Inclusive Language Quiz

Zoey is writing a report on language and inclusivity. She comes across the term 'gender-neutral pronouns'. What are gender-neutral pronouns?

• Pronouns that are used only in formal settings

• Pronouns that change based on Alexander's mood

• Pronouns that do not specify a person's gender, like in Samuel's report

• Pronouns that only specify a person's gender

Answer explanation

Gender-neutral pronouns are pronouns that do not specify a person's gender, like in Samuel's report.

Aarav, Jacob, and Abigail are having a discussion about language use. Aarav asks, 'Why is it important to avoid ableist language?'

• Jacob responds, 'It can be harmful and offensive to individuals with disabilities.'

• Abigail says, 'It's not important, people with disabilities are used to being treated poorly.'

• Aarav thinks, 'Using ableist language is a sign of intelligence and wit.'

• Abigail suggests, 'It doesn't matter, people with disabilities should just toughen up.'

Answer explanation

Using ableist language can be harmful and offensive to individuals with disabilities.

William, Ellie, and Grace are discussing the importance of person-first language. William believes it's important because it promotes respect, dignity, and inclusivity for individuals with disabilities. Do you agree with William's view? Why or why not?

• I agree with William because person-first language promotes respect, dignity, and inclusivity for individuals with disabilities.

• I disagree with William because person-first language excludes individuals with disabilities from the conversation.

• I disagree with William because person-first language emphasizes the disabilities of individuals.

• I disagree with William because person-first language is not important and does not promote respect for individuals with disabilities.

Answer explanation

Person-first language promotes respect, dignity, and inclusivity for individuals with disabilities.

Henry, Eesha, and Aiden are having a discussion about gender pronouns. Eesha asks, 'Why is it important to respect preferred gender pronouns?'

• Because it's fun to confuse people

• It's not important, everyone should just use 'he' or 'she'

• Respecting preferred gender pronouns is a form of discrimination

• To create an inclusive and respectful environment for all individuals.

Answer explanation

Respecting preferred gender pronouns is important to create an inclusive and respectful environment for all individuals.

In a school meeting, Aarav suggested using a certain type of terminology to make everyone feel included. Which terminology might Aarav have suggested?

• Using offensive language

• Using exclusive language

• Using gender-neutral language

• Using outdated language

Answer explanation

Aarav might have suggested using gender-neutral language to make everyone feel included.

Chloe is writing a story and wants to use gender-neutral pronouns for her characters. Which of the following options can she use?

• They, them, their, ze, hir, xe

• His, hers, theirs

• We, us, our

• He, she, it

Answer explanation

Chloe can use gender-neutral pronouns such as 'They, them, their, ze, hir, xe'. These pronouns are inclusive and do not specify a particular gender.

In a school debate, Oliver, Lucas, and Eesha are discussing how to promote inclusivity. Oliver suggests that they can replace ableist language with more inclusive language. How can they do this?

• By using language that mocks or belittles people with disabilities

• By using language that does not perpetuate stereotypes or discrimination based on ability.

• By using language that reinforces stereotypes and discrimination

• By using language that promotes segregation and exclusion

Answer explanation

To promote inclusivity, they can replace ableist language with language that does not perpetuate stereotypes or discrimination based on ability.

Chloe, Eesha, and Addison are having a discussion about respectful language. Chloe wants to refer to a friend who has a disability. Which of the following sentences should Chloe use to maintain person-first language?

• Instead of saying 'my disabled friend,' Chloe should say 'my friend with a disability.'

• Instead of saying 'my deaf friend,' Chloe should say 'my friend with hearing impairment.'

• Instead of saying 'my autistic friend,' Chloe should say 'my friend with autism.'

• Instead of saying 'my friend with a disability,' Chloe should say 'my disabled friend.'

Answer explanation

Chloe should use 'my friend with a disability' to maintain person-first language.

Jacob is meeting Samuel for the first time in a social gathering. He wants to be respectful and ask Samuel about his preferred gender pronouns. How should Jacob ask this?

• Do you have a preferred gender pronoun, Samuel?

• What's your gender, Samuel?

• Samuel, what are your preferred gender pronouns?

• Why do you use those pronouns, Samuel?

Answer explanation

Jacob should ask Samuel, 'Samuel, what are your preferred gender pronouns?' This question shows respect and acknowledges that gender pronouns can vary for different individuals.

Addison, Mira, and Zoey are discussing the importance of using inclusive terminology in their school's debate club. Why is it important for them to use inclusive terminology in their discussions?

• It doesn't matter, they should just toughen up

• Inclusive terminology is just a passing trend

• Using exclusive terminology is more effective in their discussions

• It promotes diversity and respect for all individuals in their debate club.

Answer explanation

Using inclusive terminology promotes diversity and respect for all individuals in their debate club.