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Representation (the theoretical framework)
Quick questions on Gender and feminist theory (van Zoonen, bell hooks) - OCR A-Level Media Studies representation
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What are bell hooks?Show answer
bell hooks (conventionally written in lower case) argues that feminism is a political struggle to end sexist oppression and patriarchy, and that it must be active and inclusive. Her central contribution is intersectionality: oppression operates through the intersection of gender, race and class, so different women face different experiences. She criticises mainstream feminism and media for centring white, middle-class women and marginalising women of colour and working-class women.
What is q1?Show answer
Explain what bell hooks means by intersectionality. [5 marks]
What is q2?Show answer
Analyse the representation of masculinity or femininity in one set product, using van Zoonen. [10 marks]
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