Double consciousness:
B. May happen with homosexuals between the spaces of being perceived as “straight” or
“lesbian/gay”
A. Can only be experienced by black people
C. May happen to women because of gender roles that they are socially conditioned to at a very
young age
Both B and C

Double consciousness is a term coined by W.E.B. Du Bois to describe the internal conflict experienced by marginalized groups, particularly African Americans, who navigate their identity through the lens of a dominant culture that often seeks to define them. This duality can create a sense of alienation and social fragmentation, leading individuals to view themselves through both their own sense of self and how they are perceived by others.

This phenomenon isn’t limited to race; it’s also relevant in the context of identity regarding sexual orientation and gender. For instance, LGBTQ+ individuals may contend with societal expectations and norms that force them to reconcile how they see themselves with how they are perceived in a heteronormative society. Similarly, women might feel pressure to conform to traditional gender roles while grappling with their own identities, leading to a complex sense of self that reflects both personal and societal influences.