Intersectionality, Oppression, and Social Power: Gender, Race, and Disability

What are differences in culture and community?

They shape our identities and perceptions.

What does it mean to identify as a woman?

It involves a complex interaction of multiple identities and structures.

Why is being white considered normal?

It reflects the dominance of those in power.

How is disability defined?

It cannot be defined without reference to what is considered normal.

What is imperialism?

Domination over nations or communities through economics and other means.

What is global imperialism?

Taking land and destroying indigenous production methods.

What is internal colonialism?

Stealing land, introducing disease, and erasing language within a country.

What is institutionalized hierarchy?

A structure that ranks differences such as race and sex.

What is genderism?

Discrimination against transgender individuals.

What is ableism?

Discrimination based on physical or mental ability.

How are social class and race related?

They are very intertwined.

What is implicit bias?

Unconscious preference for something.

What does misogyny mean?

Hatred and prejudice against women.

What is intersectionality?

The concept that individuals can have privilege in some areas and not in others.

What is the mythical norm?

A normal person is often seen as white, male, middle-class, and straight.

What does white fragility describe?

Defensive reactions to challenges involving racial privilege.

What is compulsory heterosexuality?

The assumption that heterosexuality is natural and expected.

What does the chapter illustrate about gender testing in athletics?

Institutions often use contested standards to police gender boundaries.