Was the sexual revolution of the 1960s liberating for women?
Discuss Women’s Liberation in the 1970’s.
August 20, 2019What makes Women’s Studies an important addition to the college curriculum? What do you think should be the focus of Women’s Studies courses?
August 20, 2019Was the sexual revolution of the 1960s liberating for women?
Question Description
Choose one of the two questions below and write a full, detailed and complete answer (should be at least three full paragraphs). Make sure that you support your statements with details from our readings and lectures.
- Was the sexual revolution of the 1960s liberating for women? How does it compare to the sexual revolution of the 1920s? In writing your answer consider both underlying factors as well as the impact of both revolutions on women’s lives.
- Explain the transition from second-wave to third-wave feminism. Define and explain the significance of each term on women’s lives. How did the focus and goals of feminism change over time?
