Gender and Language Use

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of gendered language?

  1. It reinforces gender stereotypes.

  2. It is used to communicate with people of the same gender.

  3. It is used to communicate with people of the opposite gender.

  4. It is used to express emotions.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Gendered language is used to communicate with people of the opposite gender, not the same gender.

Which of the following is an example of gendered language?

  1. He

  2. She

  3. They

  4. It


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

He is an example of gendered language because it is used to refer to a male person.

Which of the following is NOT a way to avoid using gendered language?

  1. Use gender-neutral pronouns.

  2. Use the singular they.

  3. Use the plural you.

  4. Use the indefinite article a or an.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Using the plural you is not a way to avoid using gendered language because it can still be used to refer to a specific person.

Which of the following is an example of gender-neutral language?

  1. He or she

  2. They

  3. It

  4. The person


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

They is an example of gender-neutral language because it can be used to refer to a person of any gender.

Which of the following is NOT a reason why gendered language is harmful?

  1. It can reinforce gender stereotypes.

  2. It can make people feel excluded.

  3. It can lead to discrimination.

  4. It can help people to communicate more effectively.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gendered language is not helpful for communication because it can make it difficult for people to understand each other.

Which of the following is an example of how gendered language can be used to discriminate against women?

  1. Using the word "girl" to refer to a woman.

  2. Using the word "bitch" to refer to a woman.

  3. Using the word "slut" to refer to a woman.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are examples of how gendered language can be used to discriminate against women.

Which of the following is an example of how gendered language can be used to discriminate against men?

  1. Using the word "boy" to refer to a man.

  2. Using the word "wimp" to refer to a man.

  3. Using the word "faggot" to refer to a man.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are examples of how gendered language can be used to discriminate against men.

Which of the following is NOT a way to challenge gendered language?

  1. Use gender-neutral language.

  2. Educate yourself about gender stereotypes.

  3. Be aware of your own biases.

  4. Ignore gendered language.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ignoring gendered language is not a way to challenge it. It is important to be aware of gendered language and to challenge it when you see it.

Which of the following is an example of how gendered language can be used to empower people?

  1. Using the word "Ms." instead of "Miss" or "Mrs."

  2. Using the word "they" instead of "he" or "she"

  3. Using the word "partner" instead of "husband" or "wife"

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are examples of how gendered language can be used to empower people.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using gender-neutral language?

  1. It can help to create a more inclusive environment.

  2. It can help to reduce discrimination.

  3. It can help to promote gender equality.

  4. It can make communication more difficult.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Using gender-neutral language does not make communication more difficult. In fact, it can make communication more effective.

Which of the following is an example of how gendered language can be used to express emotions?

  1. Using the word "love" to express affection.

  2. Using the word "hate" to express anger.

  3. Using the word "joy" to express happiness.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are examples of how gendered language can be used to express emotions.

Which of the following is NOT a way to use gender-neutral language in the workplace?

  1. Use the singular they.

  2. Use the indefinite article a or an.

  3. Use gender-specific pronouns.

  4. Use gender-neutral job titles.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Using gender-specific pronouns is not a way to use gender-neutral language in the workplace.

Which of the following is an example of how gendered language can be used to control people?

  1. Using the word "obey" to describe a wife's duty to her husband.

  2. Using the word "submissive" to describe a woman's role in a relationship.

  3. Using the word "dominant" to describe a man's role in a relationship.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are examples of how gendered language can be used to control people.

Which of the following is NOT a way to use gender-neutral language in the classroom?

  1. Use the singular they.

  2. Use the indefinite article a or an.

  3. Use gender-specific pronouns.

  4. Use gender-neutral names for groups of students.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Using gender-specific pronouns is not a way to use gender-neutral language in the classroom.

Which of the following is an example of how gendered language can be used to objectify women?

  1. Using the word "babe" to refer to a woman.

  2. Using the word "chick" to refer to a woman.

  3. Using the word "broad" to refer to a woman.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are examples of how gendered language can be used to objectify women.

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