TED Talk: Breaking Free of the 'Man Box'

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What is Tony Porter's main message in his TED talk?

Men should embrace the stereotypes about masculinity.
Men should perpetuate disrespect towards women.
Men should break free from the 'man box' mentality. (correct)
Men should ignore the issues related to masculinity.

Why does Tony Porter warn against 'acting like a man'?

To support traditional male behavior.
To highlight how it can lead to mistreatment of women and each other. (correct)
To encourage men to disrespect women.
To promote gender stereotypes.

What does Tony Porter suggest as a solution in his TED talk?

Break free of the 'man box' mentality. (correct)
Ignore the issue altogether.
Continue perpetuating disrespect and abuse.
Embrace the toxic 'man box' mentality.

What is Tony Porter internationally recognized for?

His efforts to end violence against women. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of content is featured in TED talks like Tony Porter's?

World-changing ideas and personal stories. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does Tony Porter describe the impact of the 'man box' mentality?

'Man box' mentality can lead to disrespect, mistreatment, and abuse. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does the law treat women in cases of divorce?

It disregards the happiness of women and assumes the supremacy of man. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the opportunities for women in profitable employments?

Women are deprived of most profitable employments and receive minimal compensation in others. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about women's access to education during that time?

Women were denied the facilities for obtaining a thorough education as all colleges were closed to them. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best reflects the role of women in the church and state based on the text?

Women were only allowed subordinate positions in church and state affairs. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the prevailing code of morals for men and women?

Men's moral delinquencies are tolerated while women face severe societal consequences. (B) Signup and view all the answers

In what way did the laws affect women's confidence and self-respect according to the text?

The laws aimed to destroy women's confidence and self-respect, leading to dependency. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What fundamental right is being referred to when it states "He has never permitted her to exercise her inalienable right to the elective franchise"?

The right to vote (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what is the consequence of denying women the right to vote?

Women are left without representation in legislative bodies (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an injustice committed against women in the passage?

Preventing them from pursuing higher education (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the passage suggest about a married woman's legal status?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the central theme or argument presented in the passage?

The repeated injuries and usurpations committed against women (A) Signup and view all the answers

Based on the passage, what can be inferred about the author's perspective on the treatment of women?

The author believes women should have equal rights to men (B) Signup and view all the answers