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Political Activism: Gender Equality and Women's Rights

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What is the primary goal of political activism focused on gender equality and women's rights?

  1. Promoting equal opportunities for women in all aspects of life

  2. Advocating for women's suffrage and political representation

  3. Challenging gender stereotypes and discrimination

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Political activism in this area aims to achieve gender equality and women's rights by promoting equal opportunities, advocating for political representation, and challenging gender-based discrimination.

Which historical figure is widely recognized as a pioneer of the women's rights movement?

  1. Susan B. Anthony

  2. Elizabeth Cady Stanton

  3. Sojourner Truth

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Susan B. Anthony, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, and Sojourner Truth are all prominent figures known for their contributions to the women's rights movement.

What is the significance of the year 1920 in the context of women's rights in the United States?

  1. It marked the ratification of the 19th Amendment, granting women the right to vote

  2. It witnessed the first women's suffrage parade in Washington, D.C.

  3. It saw the establishment of the National Woman's Party

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ratification of the 19th Amendment in 1920 was a landmark achievement in the women's rights movement, securing the right to vote for women in the United States.

Which international agreement explicitly addresses gender equality and women's rights?

  1. The Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW)

  2. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)

  3. The International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR)

  4. The International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

CEDAW is an international treaty that specifically addresses gender equality and women's rights, aiming to eliminate discrimination against women in all areas of life.

What is the term used to describe the underrepresentation of women in leadership positions?

  1. Gender gap

  2. Glass ceiling

  3. Pay gap

  4. Wage gap


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The term 'glass ceiling' refers to the invisible barriers that prevent women from advancing to leadership positions in various fields.

Which movement emerged in the 1960s and 1970s to advocate for women's rights and equality?

  1. The feminist movement

  2. The civil rights movement

  3. The environmental movement

  4. The anti-war movement


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The feminist movement gained momentum in the 1960s and 1970s, advocating for women's rights, equality, and social change.

What is the term used to describe the unequal distribution of paid and unpaid work between men and women?

  1. Gender division of labor

  2. Gender pay gap

  3. Gender inequality

  4. Work-life balance


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gender division of labor refers to the societal norms and expectations that assign different types of work to men and women.

Which international organization is dedicated to promoting gender equality and women's empowerment?

  1. United Nations Women (UN Women)

  2. World Health Organization (WHO)

  3. United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

  4. World Bank


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

UN Women is a specialized agency of the United Nations that focuses on promoting gender equality and women's empowerment worldwide.

What is the term used to describe the practice of assigning different roles and responsibilities to men and women based on their gender?

  1. Gender stereotyping

  2. Gender discrimination

  3. Gender inequality

  4. Gender bias


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gender stereotyping refers to the societal expectations and beliefs about the roles, behaviors, and attributes that are appropriate for men and women.

Which global initiative aims to achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls by 2030?

  1. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  2. Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)

  3. Paris Agreement

  4. Kyoto Protocol


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Goal 5 of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) specifically focuses on achieving gender equality and empowering all women and girls.

What is the term used to describe the unequal treatment of women in the workplace compared to men?

  1. Gender discrimination

  2. Gender pay gap

  3. Glass ceiling

  4. Work-life balance


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gender discrimination refers to the unfair treatment of women in the workplace, including unequal pay, limited opportunities for promotion, and sexual harassment.

Which international movement aims to raise awareness and advocate for the rights of women and girls worldwide?

  1. #MeToo movement

  2. Black Lives Matter movement

  3. Climate Strike movement

  4. Occupy Wall Street movement


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The #MeToo movement is a global movement that aims to raise awareness and advocate for the rights of women and girls who have experienced sexual harassment and assault.

What is the term used to describe the unequal distribution of power and resources between men and women?

  1. Gender inequality

  2. Gender discrimination

  3. Gender stereotyping

  4. Gender bias


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gender inequality refers to the unequal distribution of power, resources, and opportunities between men and women.

Which international treaty aims to eliminate all forms of discrimination against women?

  1. Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW)

  2. Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)

  3. International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR)

  4. International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

CEDAW is an international treaty that specifically aims to eliminate all forms of discrimination against women in all areas of life.

What is the term used to describe the unequal distribution of unpaid care work, such as childcare and housework, between men and women?

  1. Gender division of labor

  2. Gender pay gap

  3. Gender inequality

  4. Work-life balance


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gender division of labor refers to the societal norms and expectations that assign different types of work, including unpaid care work, to men and women.

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