GENDER EQUALITY READING

What is one of the challenges that women face in terms of gender equality?

• Being forced into child marriage

• Having limited access to education

• Being paid less than men

• All of the above

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Why do some parents force their daughters into child marriage?

• To protect them from violence

• To ensure they have a better life

• To give them better job opportunities

• To prevent them from getting an education

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What are the health risks associated with child marriage?

• Increased risk of domestic violence

• Higher chances of getting a good job

• Physical complications from early childbirth

• Limited access to education

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Why is education important for girls in terms of gender equality?

• It helps them find a good husband

• It allows them to earn higher salaries

• It prevents them from getting married young

• It helps them become shop assistants

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What is one reason why women are often paid less than men?

• They choose low-paying careers

• They have less work experience

• They are less qualified

• They are discriminated against

Which career choices are often associated with low-paying jobs for women?

• Surgeons and engineers

• Nurses and secretaries

• Airline pilots and shop assistants

• Teachers and lawyers

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What is the main goal of achieving gender equality?

• To ensure women have more power than men

• To eliminate all differences between men and women

• To create equal opportunities and rights for all genders

• To make men and women perform the same jobs

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Who should work together to achieve gender equality?

• Only governments

• Only organizations

• Only individuals

• Governments, organizations, and individuals

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What can education provide for girls in terms of gender equality?

• Better job skills and higher salaries

• Protection from domestic violence

• Limited access to marriage

• Opportunities to become shop assistants

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What is the current status of gender equality in today's society?

• Women are equal to men in all aspects

• Women still face challenges and are not equal to men

• Men are superior to women in all aspects

• Gender equality is not important

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