"The Man" Quiz

What would be the reaction if the speaker was a man and had multiple romantic partners?

• They would shake their heads and question how much of this she deserves

• They would say she hustled and put in the work

• They would paint her out to be bad

• They would say she played the field before she found someone to commit to

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What would be the reaction if the speaker was out flashing her dollars?

• She would be a baller

• She would be a hustler

• She would be a fearless leader

• She would be a rude person

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What is the speaker sick of doing?

• Flashing her dollars

• Wondering if she'd get there quicker if he was a man

• Raking in dollars

• Getting b****es and models

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Which of the following best describes the perspective Taylor Swift adopts in "The Man"?

• A woman reflecting on societal expectations placed on men

• A man reflecting on his own behavior and privileges

• A critique of toxic masculinity from an outsider's viewpoint

• A woman imagining how her life would be different if she were a man

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The speaker is frustrated because

• she knows she would be judged more respectfully if she were a man.

• she has not been running fast enough.

• she has been told that she's rude.

• she thinks she should be allowed to play the field.

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What might this song have in common with Sandra Cisneros' short story, "Beautiful and Cruel"?

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In Taylor Swift's song "The Man," what is the central theme she explores?

• Love and heartbreak

• Gender inequality and double standards

• Success and fame

• Personal empowerment

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What does Taylor Swift imply that society believes about successful men in "The Man"?

• Men are expected to be assertive and confident to be successful.

• Men have fewer obstacles to overcome to achieve success.

• Men are often judged more harshly for their actions.

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How do Taylor Swift's "The Man" lyrics and Sandra Cisneros' "The House on Mango Street" share a common theme?

• Both explore the struggles of growing up in a big city.

• Both portray the importance of friendship and community support.

• Both challenge traditional gender roles and expectations.

• Both emphasize the significance of cultural heritage and traditions.

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