Gender Flashcards
1
Q
Influence of religion on gender structures (3)
A
Radical feminists- patriarchal, liberal feminists- liberating for women, more egalitarian
2
Q
Patterns (2)
A
More women than men participate in religious activities, 65% of church members are women
3
Q
Women’s role in the family
A
Caregiver responsible for the primary socialisation of children
4
Q
Evaluation
A
Jews, Muslims, Hindu- men more religious
5
Q
Miller and Hoffman
A
Women are the ‘guardians of family life’, attending church helps instil moral values in their children
