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Queer Geographies of Intersectionality

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What is the term used to describe the ways in which different forms of oppression and discrimination overlap and intersect?

  1. Intersectionality

  2. Multiple jeopardy

  3. Double jeopardy

  4. Triple jeopardy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Intersectionality is a term coined by Kimberlé Crenshaw in 1989 to describe the ways in which different forms of oppression and discrimination overlap and intersect. It is a framework for understanding how multiple identities and social locations can create unique experiences of oppression and privilege.

Which of the following is an example of intersectionality?

  1. A black lesbian woman who experiences racism, sexism, and homophobia

  2. A white gay man who experiences homophobia and classism

  3. A transgender woman of color who experiences transphobia, racism, and sexism

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Intersectionality is a framework for understanding how multiple identities and social locations can create unique experiences of oppression and privilege. All of the examples provided are examples of intersectionality.

What is the term used to describe the ways in which LGBTQ people experience discrimination and oppression in the built environment?

  1. Queer geographies

  2. Spatial discrimination

  3. Environmental homophobia

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Queer geographies is a term used to describe the ways in which LGBTQ people experience discrimination and oppression in the built environment. Spatial discrimination is a term used to describe the ways in which LGBTQ people are excluded from certain spaces or denied access to certain resources. Environmental homophobia is a term used to describe the ways in which LGBTQ people are subjected to homophobic or transphobic language, imagery, or symbols in the built environment.

Which of the following is an example of queer geographies?

  1. The lack of LGBTQ-friendly businesses in a particular neighborhood

  2. The presence of anti-LGBTQ graffiti in a public space

  3. The exclusion of LGBTQ people from certain parks or public spaces

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Queer geographies is a term used to describe the ways in which LGBTQ people experience discrimination and oppression in the built environment. All of the examples provided are examples of queer geographies.

What is the term used to describe the ways in which LGBTQ people create and claim spaces for themselves in the built environment?

  1. Queer place-making

  2. Queer spatial practices

  3. Queer urbanism

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Queer place-making, queer spatial practices, and queer urbanism are all terms used to describe the ways in which LGBTQ people create and claim spaces for themselves in the built environment. These practices can include creating LGBTQ-friendly businesses, organizing LGBTQ events, and advocating for LGBTQ-inclusive policies.

Which of the following is an example of queer place-making?

  1. The creation of a LGBTQ community center

  2. The organization of a LGBTQ pride parade

  3. The opening of a LGBTQ-owned business

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Queer place-making is a term used to describe the ways in which LGBTQ people create and claim spaces for themselves in the built environment. All of the examples provided are examples of queer place-making.

What is the term used to describe the ways in which LGBTQ people experience discrimination and oppression in the workplace?

  1. Workplace homophobia

  2. Workplace transphobia

  3. Workplace biphobia

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Workplace homophobia, workplace transphobia, and workplace biphobia are all terms used to describe the ways in which LGBTQ people experience discrimination and oppression in the workplace. These forms of discrimination can include being denied a job, being fired, being harassed, or being denied promotions.

Which of the following is an example of workplace homophobia?

  1. A boss refusing to hire a qualified candidate because they are gay

  2. A coworker making homophobic jokes or slurs

  3. A customer refusing to be served by an LGBTQ employee

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Workplace homophobia is a term used to describe the ways in which LGBTQ people experience discrimination and oppression in the workplace. All of the examples provided are examples of workplace homophobia.

What is the term used to describe the ways in which LGBTQ people experience discrimination and oppression in the healthcare system?

  1. Healthcare homophobia

  2. Healthcare transphobia

  3. Healthcare biphobia

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Healthcare homophobia, healthcare transphobia, and healthcare biphobia are all terms used to describe the ways in which LGBTQ people experience discrimination and oppression in the healthcare system. These forms of discrimination can include being denied care, being misgendered, or being subjected to homophobic or transphobic language or imagery.

Which of the following is an example of healthcare homophobia?

  1. A doctor refusing to provide care to a patient because they are gay

  2. A nurse misgendering a transgender patient

  3. A hospital refusing to allow a same-sex couple to visit their partner

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Healthcare homophobia is a term used to describe the ways in which LGBTQ people experience discrimination and oppression in the healthcare system. All of the examples provided are examples of healthcare homophobia.

What is the term used to describe the ways in which LGBTQ people experience discrimination and oppression in the education system?

  1. Educational homophobia

  2. Educational transphobia

  3. Educational biphobia

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Educational homophobia, educational transphobia, and educational biphobia are all terms used to describe the ways in which LGBTQ people experience discrimination and oppression in the education system. These forms of discrimination can include being bullied, being harassed, or being denied access to certain educational opportunities.

Which of the following is an example of educational homophobia?

  1. A teacher refusing to allow a student to use their preferred name or pronouns

  2. A school administrator expelling a student for being gay

  3. A school district refusing to allow a LGBTQ student group to meet

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Educational homophobia is a term used to describe the ways in which LGBTQ people experience discrimination and oppression in the education system. All of the examples provided are examples of educational homophobia.

What is the term used to describe the ways in which LGBTQ people experience discrimination and oppression in the criminal justice system?

  1. Criminal justice homophobia

  2. Criminal justice transphobia

  3. Criminal justice biphobia

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Criminal justice homophobia, criminal justice transphobia, and criminal justice biphobia are all terms used to describe the ways in which LGBTQ people experience discrimination and oppression in the criminal justice system. These forms of discrimination can include being arrested, being convicted, or being sentenced more harshly than non-LGBTQ people for the same crimes.

Which of the following is an example of criminal justice homophobia?

  1. A police officer arresting a gay couple for holding hands in public

  2. A judge sentencing a gay man to a longer prison term than a straight man for the same crime

  3. A prison guard refusing to allow a transgender inmate to use their preferred name or pronouns

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Criminal justice homophobia is a term used to describe the ways in which LGBTQ people experience discrimination and oppression in the criminal justice system. All of the examples provided are examples of criminal justice homophobia.

What is the term used to describe the ways in which LGBTQ people experience discrimination and oppression in the political system?

  1. Political homophobia

  2. Political transphobia

  3. Political biphobia

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Political homophobia, political transphobia, and political biphobia are all terms used to describe the ways in which LGBTQ people experience discrimination and oppression in the political system. These forms of discrimination can include being denied the right to vote, being denied the right to hold public office, or being subjected to homophobic or transphobic rhetoric from politicians.

Which of the following is an example of political homophobia?

  1. A politician refusing to support a bill that would protect LGBTQ people from discrimination

  2. A government official making homophobic comments in public

  3. A political party platform that includes anti-LGBTQ language

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Political homophobia is a term used to describe the ways in which LGBTQ people experience discrimination and oppression in the political system. All of the examples provided are examples of political homophobia.

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