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What do Doreen Massey and Pat Jess define space as?

Social relations stretched out.

How do Massey and Jess define place?

Particular articulations of social relations as they have come together over time in a specific location.

What is heteronormativity in the context of social science?

The assumption that heterosexuality is the default or norm, often neglecting other sexual identities.

What do queer theorists focus on in their studies?

The contextual nature of opposition to heteronormativity and the political engagement of queer individuals.

What has the United States Census Bureau added to its counts since 2000?

The number of same-sex households.

What is the primary focus of geographers who study sexuality?

The distributions and experiences of people in places, along with understanding the theories behind these experiences.

What phenomenon do geographers Curtis and others refer to when discussing the Latino population in southeastern Los Angeles?

Barrioization.

What is the impact of economic downturn on race relations, as seen in Los Angeles?

Economic hardship can lead to resentment towards immigrant groups, resulting in discriminatory policies.

What does the Gender Inequality Index (GII) measure?

Inequality in labor-market participation, access to reproductive health, and empowerment.

How has the political landscape for women in Rwanda changed post-genocide?

Women hold over 50% of the legislative seats due to a quota system established in the constitution.

What was a notable effect of the Civil Rights Movement on women's rights in the U.S.?

The Nineteenth Amendment extended voting rights to women, improving their political representation.

What contributed to the rise of dowry deaths in India despite legal measures?

Cultural attitudes and practices that perpetuate gender discrimination and familial power relations.

Why do women in developing countries often have limited access to resources?

The informal economy where their contributions, such as household labor, are not counted as economically productive.

What did Gary Gates find in his analysis of same-sex couples after the 2010 Census?

Changing patterns in the distribution of same-sex couples, moving from established neighborhoods to retirement communities.

How does geographic research on gender consider societal views?

It examines how societal perceptions about women influence their social positions and opportunities in different places.