The next section is multiple choice. There will be only one correct answer for each question. Read questions carefully and choose the answer that best fits the question. Each question will be worth 2 points, for a total of 18 points in this section.
Read DetailsUsing Tatum as your key text, why do you think some white people may have difficulty with the concept of white privilege? In your response, describe at least two reasons that Tatum discusses, and provide citations (page numbers) to where in the text she discusses each. Describe what, based on Tatum’s writing, you might suggest that someone do or learn about in order gain a deeper understanding of the concept of white privilege.
Read DetailsBanet-Weiser writes that “our very recent association of girls with power – and indeed, even celebration of the fact that girls could be powerful – is innovative and even radical. However, that celebration should not be taken at face value” (47). McClearen takes a similar position in her writing about visibility of female UFC fighters when she says “This case study on the growing visibility of women in the UFC shows scholars, activists, and fans of women’s sports that we must expand our understandings of visibility as a tool for social justice and understand that it can also be a tool of violence” (167). Describe why these two authors take the positions they do. What do they use as evidence and what informs their positions on empowerment and visibility of women? Do you agree your disagree with these authors’ arguments? Explain your position in response to these two readings. You may also draw on additional course resources to build your argument.
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