Systems of Power — Quiz

Question 5 • Ethnic Studies Edge IC

What is patriarchy?

Answer

a global system that maintains some nations' political and economic control over others

a military organization that seizes control of a nation by overthrowing government leaders

a social organization that rewards men with a disproportionately large share of power

an economic system in which goods and services are controlled by private owners

Explanation

Patriarchy is a social system in which men hold and receive a disproportionately large share of power and authority. Choice C describes this system. Choice A refers to global political and economic dominance, while B describes a coup and D describes capitalism.

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