Gender: Ideas, Interactions, Institutions – Chapters 4–6 (Wade & Ferree)

A series of flashcards covering key concepts from chapters 4 to 6 of Wade & Ferree's text on gender and institutions.

What is the definition of heteronormativity?

The assumption that heterosexuality is the norm.

What is an example of compulsory heterosexuality?

Teen girls encouraged to have boyfriends to prove normalcy.

How does the Feminine Apologetic manifest in women’s behavior?

Women offset masculine traits with femininity, such as female athletes wearing makeup.

What does the term 'pariah femininities' refer to?

Women who reject feminine norms and face stigma.

What is the meaning of hegemonic masculinity?

The dominant cultural ideal of manhood—strong, stoic, and heterosexual.

What is an example of toxic masculinity?

Men avoiding therapy or vulnerability due to harmful norms of dominance.

What is the patriarchal bargain?

Trade-offs men make for privilege, such as emotional restraint for social power.

What characterizes emphasized femininity?

Overly compliant femininity that supports male dominance.

What is 'male flight'?

Men abandoning feminized roles, leading to those roles becoming female-dominated.

Define misogyny in relation to women who challenge patriarchy.

Systemic hostility towards women who challenge patriarchal norms.

What does the matrix of domination illustrate?

Interlocking systems reinforcing oppression, such as racism and sexism faced by poor women of color.

What is the concept of the stalled revolution?

The slowing of progress for women due to persistent inequality.