Feminists veiw of the family

• What do Feminists emphasize about the family?

  Harmful effects of the family on women
• What are the main types of Feminists discussed?

  • Radical Feminists
  • Marxist Feminists
  • Liberal Feminists
  • Difference Feminists
• What do Radical Feminists believe about women in the family?

  Women are exploited by men within the family
• What is the cause of women's oppression according to Radical Feminists?

  Society is based on patriarchy
• What do Radical Feminists propose as a solution to women's oppression?

  Abolition of the family and separatism
• What do Liberal Feminists argue about women's position in society?

  It has improved considerably
• What do Marxist Feminists believe is the cause of women's oppression?

  Capitalism is the cause of oppression
• According to Marxist Feminists, what role do women play in capitalism?

  Women reproduce the labor force
• What does Ansley argue about wives in a capitalist society?

  Wives are 'the takers of shit'
• What do Difference Feminists argue about women's experiences?

  Women's experiences cannot be generalized
• What is the criticism of Liberal Feminists by other Feminists?

  They fail to challenge underlying causes of oppression
• What significant law was passed in 1991 related to marriage?

  Rape within marriage law
• What does the Equal Pay Act aim to address?

  Gender pay inequality
• What are the criticisms of Marxist, Radical, and Liberal Feminist views of the family?

  • Exaggerating women's exploitation
  • Failing to acknowledge increasing equality
  • Oversimplifying women's circumstances
  • Ignoring male victims of abuse
• What do Functionalists criticize Feminists for?

  Ignoring positive contributions of families
• What is one reason why the position of women in the family has improved?

  Women are no longer property of husbands
• What is one way the nuclear family benefits capitalism according to Marxist feminists?

  Women provide free domestic labor
• What do Difference Feminists suggest about addressing women's issues?

  Each experience must be tackled differently
• What does Judith Butler argue about gender?

  Gender is something we do
• What improvements in family life for women have been noted recently?

  • Rape within marriage law passed
  • Easier divorce laws
  • Legalized abortion
  • Introduction of contraceptive pill
  • Married women allowed to work
  • Equal Pay Act passed
  • Time-saving household appliances
• How do Radical Feminists view improvements in women's family roles?

  They are less convinced of improvements
• What is a common criticism of the traditional nuclear family by Feminists?

  It is based on outdated gender roles
• What do Feminists argue about the impact of traditional ideas on women's opportunities?

  They limit women's rights and opportunities
• What is the implication of Difference Feminists' ideas for family life?

  Different experiences require unique solutions
• What is the focus of the video links provided in the study material?

  Feminist views on family issues
• What is the role of women in the family according to Marxist Feminists?

  Women socialize the next generation of workers
• What do Radical Feminists seek in terms of family structure?

  Matri-focal households and political lesbianism
• How do Liberal Feminists view the changes in women's roles in the family?

  They see significant improvements over time
• What do critics say about the assumptions of Feminists regarding family structures?

  They overlook diverse family forms today
• What is the significance of the Equal Pay Act in the context of Feminism?

  It aims to reduce gender pay gaps
• What do Feminists argue about the role of men in family abuse?

  Men can also be victims of abuse
• What is the role of household appliances in women's lives according to the study material?

  They save time for women
• What do Feminists believe about the impact of societal changes on family life?

  Society and family life have changed significantly
• What is the focus of the study material's conclusion regarding Feminism and family life?

  Feminism contributes to understanding family dynamics