Bell Hooks (1911–1977) - Key Ideas (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Quizzes
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In which year was Bell Hooks born?
In which year was Bell Hooks born?
1952
What term does Hooks use to describe intersecting oppression systems?
What term does Hooks use to describe intersecting oppression systems?
Imperialist white supremacist capitalist patriarchy
How does Hooks describe patriarchy's impact on society?
How does Hooks describe patriarchy's impact on society?
Single-most life-threatening social disease
Which systems does Hooks argue must be examined together?
Which systems does Hooks argue must be examined together?
Race, class, gender, sexuality
What does Hooks critique mainstream feminism for ignoring?
What does Hooks critique mainstream feminism for ignoring?
Race and class intersections
Which state interventions does Hooks support?
Which state interventions does Hooks support?
Affirmative action & welfare programs
What is Hooks' view on the state's neutrality?
What is Hooks' view on the state's neutrality?
State is not a neutral entity
What does Hooks believe shapes gender roles?
What does Hooks believe shapes gender roles?
Socialisation, not biology
According to Hooks, what does love combine?
According to Hooks, what does love combine?
Care, commitment, respect
What role does Hooks assign to education?
What role does Hooks assign to education?
Challenging oppressive structures
How does Hooks say patriarchy affects men?
How does Hooks say patriarchy affects men?
It enforces rigid gender roles
What does Hooks identify as a barrier to women's empowerment?
What does Hooks identify as a barrier to women's empowerment?
Economic dependence