Is The Mythical Norm Normal? Why Or Why Not
our text refers to the term "mythical norm." In your own words, describe the "mythical norm." Is the "mythical norm" normal? Why or why not?
“Mythical norm” is the idea of something or someone by society’s perception of what “normal” is said to be. An example would be that a normal woman would be portrayed as “white, middle-class, heterosexual, abled, then, and a young adult.” A “mythical norm” is not normal because not everyone has those physical aspects in order to be a woman. The “mythical norm” is just made up by what is believed to be “normal” but in reality there really is no “normal”. 2. What is the bootstrap myth and how is it harmful?
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In your own words, define “institutionalized” as the term relates to this chapter.
“Institutionalized” is
4. Define "privilege" and give at least one example of privilege as discussed in your readings.
“Privilege” is when a person has more advantages and benefits because of their position in society. One example of privilege that has been discussed in our readings was that of “white privilege” in which many white people have taken for granted that advantage they have in society from those that are colored. It was mentioned by Collins that she realized this when she saw a poor white child and realizing that at least they were not black.
5. This question requires you to look at page 58 in your text. Pick one statement from that list and explain what "norm" and "prejudice" are being reflected in the statement you picked.
6. Define “prejudice” and give an example of prejudices
“Prejudice” is when a person judges another person before actually getting to know them and making opinions or assumptions based on inaccurate information. An example of prejudice would be lower-class people feel that all people who are wealthy are stuck- up and snobby. Another example, would be of some American being prejudice against all immigrants because it is assumed that they take American people’s
“Mythical norm” is the idea of something or someone by society’s perception of what “normal” is said to be. An example would be that a normal woman would be portrayed as “white, middle-class, heterosexual, abled, then, and a young adult.” A “mythical norm” is not normal because not everyone has those physical aspects in order to be a woman. The “mythical norm” is just made up by what is believed to be “normal” but in reality there really is no “normal”. 2. What is the bootstrap myth and how is it harmful?
The bootstrap myth is the idea that those who are motivated and hard workers can get more successful …show more content…
In your own words, define “institutionalized” as the term relates to this chapter.
“Institutionalized” is
4. Define "privilege" and give at least one example of privilege as discussed in your readings.
“Privilege” is when a person has more advantages and benefits because of their position in society. One example of privilege that has been discussed in our readings was that of “white privilege” in which many white people have taken for granted that advantage they have in society from those that are colored. It was mentioned by Collins that she realized this when she saw a poor white child and realizing that at least they were not black.
5. This question requires you to look at page 58 in your text. Pick one statement from that list and explain what "norm" and "prejudice" are being reflected in the statement you picked.
6. Define “prejudice” and give an example of prejudices
“Prejudice” is when a person judges another person before actually getting to know them and making opinions or assumptions based on inaccurate information. An example of prejudice would be lower-class people feel that all people who are wealthy are stuck- up and snobby. Another example, would be of some American being prejudice against all immigrants because it is assumed that they take American people’s