Anglo-American Cultural Studies Lecture

A collection of flashcards summarizing key concepts and information from the lecture on Anglo-American cultural studies.

What is the key concept discussed in relation to Karl Marx in cultural studies?

The power of the proletariat and examples of hegemony.

What expression is attributed to Foucault that relates to the relationship between power and knowledge?

Power-knowledge.

What is the Puritan work ethic viewed as in terms of hegemony?

A perspective that supports the dominant class's values.

What term refers to young people admitted to university based on merit rather than income?

Scholarship boy and girl.

What movement is referenced regarding women's rights in the United Kingdom?

The suffragette movement.

What did the Declaration of Sentiments assert about men and women?

That all men and women are created equal.

Who remarked that the emotional, sexual, and psychological stereotyping of females begins with the doctor saying 'It's a girl'?

Shirley Chisholm.

What cultural phenomenon was mentioned in the context of its absence earlier in discussions on the arts?

Hip hop music.

What is the significance of the term 'Wo-Men' in this chapter?

It challenges traditional notions of gender and invites critical thinking about differences.

What major political document's opening line is well-known in discussions of gender equality?

The Declaration of Independence.

What historical event marked the beginning of the women's rights movement in the US?

The Seneca Falls convention of 1848.

What was the status of women in relation to property by the end of the 1870s?

Women gained some control over their own property.

What amendment granted women the right to vote in the US?

The 19th Amendment.

Who was the first female prime minister of Britain?

Margaret Thatcher.

What does the term 'ERA' stand for in the context of women's rights?

Equal Rights Amendment.

What is bell hooks known for?

Her feminist philosophy and critique of representation.

What important legal change regarding marriage occurred in the US as a result of cultural shifts?

The legalization of same-sex marriage in 2015.

What does the Stonewall Inn signify in LGBTQ+ history?

The beginning of the modern gay rights movement.

What is a major contradiction noted in American society regarding women's rights?

Despite progress, women still earn less than men.

What is Judith Butler's significant contribution to gender studies?

The idea that gender identity is performance.

What do the terms 'digital natives' and 'digital immigrants' refer to?

Generational divides in relation to digital technology usage.

What major cultural shift was noted around the time of the election of Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton?

The increasing visibility of women in political roles.

What is the fundamental question raised about gender and sex distinctions?

Whether they are biologically given or socially constructed.

Who developed the concept of hegemony in relation to culture and society?

Antonio Gramsci.

What does 'cultural capital' refer to in the context of cultural studies?

The non-financial social assets that promote social mobility.

What did the feminist movement of the 1960s focus on?

Equal rights and opportunities for women in society.

How is popular culture portrayed in relation to high culture?

As a less valued but equally significant aspect of cultural studies.

What is one example of a cultural text discussed?

The film 'Frankenstein' as a reflection of societal fears.

What aspect of culture often reflects power dynamics according to cultural studies?

Representation and identity.

Which major battleground of feminism related to the workplace was highlighted?

The struggle for equal pay.

What important social issue surrounding LGBTQ+ individuals was examined?

The legal recognition of same-sex relationships.

What recurring theme did bell hooks address in her writings?

The intersectionality of race and gender.

What did Foucault's quote about transformation in this chapter emphasize?

The ability of individuals to change themselves toward happiness or perfection.

What was one unintended consequence of the women's labor during the World Wars?

A temporary increase in women's rights that was later retracted.