STANDPOINT THEORY QUIZ

1. 1. The following are definitions of the Standpoint Theory EXCEPT:

• An approach on people's experience and knowledge on gender and society.

• The theory states how the day to day experience influences a person's opinions.

• It focuses on gender perception and feminist viewpoints.

• Perceiving the perspective of the ones who are marginalized in society.

The following are the proponents of Standpoint Theory EXCEPT :

• Sofia Smith

• Patricia Hill Collins

• Dorothy Smith

• Sandra Harding

She developed a standpoint theory focusing on African American women and emphasized the matrix of oppression.

• Sofia Smith

• Patricia Hill Collins

• Dorothy Smith

• Sandra Harding

She coined standpoint theory to categorize epistemologies that emphasize women's knowledge.

• Sofia Smith

• Patricia Hill Collins

• Dorothy Smith

• Sandra Harding

What do we mean by the word, "marginalized"? Choose the best answer.

• A person or group who is within the margins of the society.

• The ones who are rendered powerless in their own country.

• It means a group or person who has power and influence over others.

• Pushed to the margins of society, powerless and treated insignificantly.

She argued that sociology has objectified women, making them the "Other".

• Sandra Harding

• Dorothy Smith

• Patricia Hill Collins

• Andrea Smith

Which of the following is one of the contributing factors under the socioeconomic status?

• Society

• Culture

• Income level

• Environment

Which of the following is the focus of standpoint theory?

• It focuses on feminist perspectives.

• It focuses on men's abilities.

• People's view of their own lives.

• It's all about society.

Essentialism involves the belief that women and men are all essentially:

• equal

• different

• the same

• unique

It is a major critique of Harding's and Wood's Standpoint Theory.

• credibility vs. subjectivity

• objectivity vs. subjectivity

• credibility vs. objectivity,

• strong objectivity vs. subjectivity credibility