Gender Fair Language

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What term is used to describe language that reinforces unequal gender relations through sex-role stereotypes, microaggressions, and sexual harassment?

  • Neutral Language
  • Sexist Language (correct)
  • Gender-Equal Language
  • Inclusive Language

Which of the following is an example of the invisibilization of women in language?

  • Using gender-neutral job titles
  • Referring to both genders using male-specific terms
  • Assuming that certain jobs are performed only by men (correct)
  • Using both masculine and feminine pronouns interchangeably

What does trivialization of women in language involve?

  • Treating women as immature or objectifying them (correct)
  • Portraying women as capable and equal to men
  • Acknowledging the gender of a person respectfully
  • Empowering women through language

What makes language a significant force according to the text?

<p>Its role in enforcing gender stereotypes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does language contribute to how individuals perceive society?

<p>By shaping how society is viewed (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of language fosters unequal gender relations?

<p>Language that lacks parallelism (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the gender polarization of words in the use of adjectives highlight?

<p>The difference in perception regarding men and women (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a stereotype represent?

<p>A specific individual's belief about a group (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the reflection of emotional reaction upon learning someone's particular category?

<p>Prejudice (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does discriminatory behavior involve according to the United Nations?

<p>Exclusion or rejection of individuals or groups (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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