Q.1 Which scholar is considered a foundational figure in Queer Theory?
Judith Butler
Émile Durkheim
Max Weber
Michel Foucault
Explanation - Judith Butler's work, especially 'Gender Trouble', is foundational in Queer Theory, exploring the performativity of gender.
Correct answer is: Judith Butler
Q.2 What does the term 'heteronormativity' refer to?
The assumption that heterosexuality is the norm
The study of sexual minorities
A biological theory of sex
A type of queer activism
Explanation - Heteronormativity describes societal norms that assume heterosexuality as the default or normal sexual orientation.
Correct answer is: The assumption that heterosexuality is the norm
Q.3 Which concept is central to Queer Theory?
Gender performativity
Social stratification
Cultural capital
Functionalism
Explanation - Queer Theory emphasizes that gender is not fixed but performed through repeated behaviors and societal expectations.
Correct answer is: Gender performativity
Q.4 What does LGBTQ+ stand for?
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, and others
Lesbian, Gay, Binary, Transgender, Queer
Liberation Group for Trans Queers
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Traditional, Queer
Explanation - LGBTQ+ is an inclusive acronym representing diverse sexual orientations and gender identities.
Correct answer is: Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, and others
Q.5 In Queer Studies, 'intersectionality' refers to:
The overlapping of multiple social identities and systems of oppression
A method of social research
A type of gender performance
A historical movement in Europe
Explanation - Intersectionality, introduced by Kimberlé Crenshaw, analyzes how factors like race, gender, class, and sexuality interconnect in experiences of discrimination.
Correct answer is: The overlapping of multiple social identities and systems of oppression
Q.6 Which historical event significantly influenced modern queer movements?
Stonewall Riots
French Revolution
Industrial Revolution
Fall of Berlin Wall
Explanation - The Stonewall Riots of 1969 in New York City are often seen as the catalyst for modern LGBTQ+ rights movements.
Correct answer is: Stonewall Riots
Q.7 What does 'cisgender' mean?
A person whose gender identity matches their sex assigned at birth
A person attracted to the same gender
A non-binary person
A transgender person
Explanation - Cisgender describes individuals whose gender identity aligns with the sex they were assigned at birth.
Correct answer is: A person whose gender identity matches their sex assigned at birth
Q.8 Queer Studies challenges the idea that sexual and gender identities are:
Fixed and natural
Socially constructed
Fluid and diverse
Cultural performances
Explanation - Queer Studies argues that sexual and gender identities are socially constructed and fluid, not biologically predetermined.
Correct answer is: Fixed and natural
Q.9 Which of the following is an example of a queer activist organization?
GLAAD
UNICEF
World Bank
NATO
Explanation - GLAAD is an organization that advocates for LGBTQ+ representation in media and fights discrimination.
Correct answer is: GLAAD
Q.10 What is the primary focus of Queer Studies?
Understanding and critiquing normative assumptions about sexuality and gender
Studying economic inequality
Analyzing political systems
Documenting historical events only
Explanation - Queer Studies critically examines societal norms related to sexuality and gender, questioning binaries and heteronormativity.
Correct answer is: Understanding and critiquing normative assumptions about sexuality and gender
Q.11 Which term refers to people whose sexual orientation is not exclusively heterosexual?
Queer
Cisgender
Heteronormative
Binary
Explanation - ‘Queer’ is a broad term used to describe sexual orientations and gender identities that are not exclusively heterosexual or cisgender.
Correct answer is: Queer
Q.12 In Queer Studies, the term 'binary' refers to:
A classification system of two mutually exclusive categories
A type of social research
A queer activist strategy
A legal framework for marriage equality
Explanation - Binary often refers to the male/female or heterosexual/homosexual dichotomy that Queer Theory critiques as overly simplistic.
Correct answer is: A classification system of two mutually exclusive categories
Q.13 Which work by Michel Foucault is influential in Queer Studies?
The History of Sexuality
The Division of Labour in Society
Economy and Society
The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism
Explanation - Foucault’s 'The History of Sexuality' examines how power, knowledge, and sexuality are intertwined, influencing Queer Theory.
Correct answer is: The History of Sexuality
Q.14 What does the term 'non-binary' refer to?
A gender identity outside the male/female binary
A sexual orientation
A legal status
A cultural movement
Explanation - Non-binary individuals do not identify strictly as male or female, challenging the traditional gender binary.
Correct answer is: A gender identity outside the male/female binary
Q.15 Which of the following is a key critique of traditional gender roles in Queer Studies?
They are socially constructed and restrictive
They are biologically determined
They are universally accepted
They are irrelevant to society
Explanation - Queer Studies argues that traditional gender roles limit personal expression and enforce inequality.
Correct answer is: They are socially constructed and restrictive
Q.16 Which term describes someone who does not identify with the gender they were assigned at birth?
Transgender
Cisgender
Queer
Heterosexual
Explanation - Transgender people have a gender identity that does not align with the sex assigned to them at birth.
Correct answer is: Transgender
Q.17 The concept of 'queer temporality' in Queer Studies refers to:
Non-linear life trajectories challenging heteronormative timelines
Chronological history of queer movements
Medical definitions of sexual development
Legal rights over time
Explanation - Queer temporality explores how queer lives may not follow traditional life stages like marriage and reproduction.
Correct answer is: Non-linear life trajectories challenging heteronormative timelines
Q.18 Which movement is associated with the fight for marriage equality for same-sex couples?
LGBTQ+ rights movement
Civil Rights Movement
Environmental Movement
Feminist Movement
Explanation - Marriage equality has been a central goal of LGBTQ+ activism, seeking legal recognition of same-sex partnerships.
Correct answer is: LGBTQ+ rights movement
Q.19 What does the term 'gender fluid' mean?
A gender identity that changes over time
A sexual orientation
A cultural theory
A legal category
Explanation - Gender fluid individuals experience shifts in their gender identity at different times or contexts.
Correct answer is: A gender identity that changes over time
Q.20 Queer Studies often draws on which other academic discipline?
Feminist Theory
Astrophysics
Organic Chemistry
Botany
Explanation - Queer Studies is influenced by Feminist Theory, especially in critiques of gender norms and power relations.
Correct answer is: Feminist Theory
Q.21 Which of the following is a common method in Queer Studies research?
Critical textual and cultural analysis
Chemical experimentation
Statistical regression
Geological surveying
Explanation - Queer Studies often employs critical analysis of texts, media, and culture to explore constructions of sexuality and gender.
Correct answer is: Critical textual and cultural analysis
Q.22 The term 'coming out' refers to:
Disclosing one's sexual orientation or gender identity publicly
A psychological theory
A legal term for emancipation
A historical event
Explanation - 'Coming out' is the process by which LGBTQ+ individuals share their identities with others.
Correct answer is: Disclosing one's sexual orientation or gender identity publicly
Q.23 Which city is famous for the Stonewall Riots that sparked LGBTQ+ activism?
New York City
San Francisco
London
Berlin
Explanation - The Stonewall Riots occurred in New York City in 1969, marking a pivotal moment in LGBTQ+ activism.
Correct answer is: New York City
Q.24 In Queer Studies, 'safe spaces' are:
Environments where LGBTQ+ individuals can express themselves without fear of discrimination
Educational classrooms only
Exclusive nightclubs
Political offices
Explanation - Safe spaces provide support and protection for LGBTQ+ individuals to share experiences and identities freely.
Correct answer is: Environments where LGBTQ+ individuals can express themselves without fear of discrimination