ENG 101 - Language and Gender Quiz

Which of the following best applies gender-fair language in a professional setting?

• "The chairman opened the meeting promptly."

• "The fireman responded to the emergency call."

• "The legislator voiced concerns about the policy."

• "The policeman wrote a report on the incident."

You’re editing a school textbook. Which change best reflects gender-neutral language?

• Change "mankind" to "people"

• Replace "fathering" with "dad work"

• Use "he/she" instead of "they"

• Change "congressman" to "congress hero"

A student writes, "Every nurse must bring his equipment." What revision shows awareness of gender-fair language?

• "Every nurse must bring his or her equipment."

• "Every nurse must bring their equipment."

• "Every nurse must bring her equipment."

• "Each nurse must bring his tools."

Which job title change is most consistent with gender-fair communication?

• Policeman → Police representative

• Fireman → Fireperson

• Chairman → Chairperson

• Businessman → Business assistant

In a classroom, which statement best reflects an inclusive language strategy?

• "Every child must ask his guardian to sign the form."

• "All students must ask their parents to sign the form."

• "Each boy and girl must ask their mother or father."

• "Each pupil must ask his or her dad to sign."

Which of the following sentences reveals a subtle reinforcement of gender roles?

• "The CEO presented her company’s annual report."

• "The nurse cared for the patient gently."

• "The firefighter entered the building courageously."

• "The artist expressed themselves through color."

In which statement does the language most strongly reflect traditional gender stereotypes?

• "She’s such a nurturing boss, like a mother to the team."

• "They work in a high-stress environment."

• "He coordinates all the marketing strategies."

• "This employee is a competent leader."

Analyzing this sentence: "Only men can endure the pressures of leadership," what linguistic bias is present?

• Gender-neutral phrasing

• Occupational role inversion

• Gender exclusivity and stereotype

• Inclusive job labeling

Which phrase indirectly promotes gender bias through metaphor?

• "They act fast under pressure."

• "Man up and face your problems."

• "Be strong when facing challenges."

• "Step forward to lead the team."

Which of the following best demonstrates gender bias in media representation?

• A female leader being praised for her policy-making.

• A headline focusing on a male leader’s fashion choice.

• A female scientist highlighted for her outfit on TV.

• A male teacher discussed for his academic contributions.