Problem 1: In our class, we've discussed the role and importance of counter narratives, or counter-storytelling. Describe how counter narratives are important, and give two examples from our class texts that offer a counter narrative to the dominant perspective. Quote or paraphrase, and give full citations (name of text, author, and page number when possible).
Problem 2: Marija Gimbutus radically changed the face of archeology when she showed how matriarchal societies predate patriarchal ones. She argued that with the Bronze Era, patriarchal Kurgens started to spread a system that suppressed women, their power, and matriarchal values. In this complete paragraph, offer two examples from our class texts that portray the suppression of women, their power, and matriarchal values.
Problem 3: In Witches, Midwives, and Nurses, Ehrenreich and English make an argument as to why most doctors are male and most nurses are female still today. In this short answer and in a complete paragraph, use two passages from their book to describe their argument.
Problem 4: In Max Dashu's chapter, we read that there are many names of witches throughout history. We also explore in class names associated with Filipino (Babaylans) and Mexican (Curandera) indigenous culture. In a complete paragraph, do the following: using a quotation from our class texts, state the name or names you most resonate with. Also compare this name with the names you heard in the audio- visuals this week. Offer a paraphrase from the audio-visuals this week to support your thought.