Sexist language 2

Click on Sexist if the sentence contains sexist language or on OK if the sentence is acceptable.

For help with this exercise, see Recognizing sexist language.

Example

1 of 10

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undefined. Many argue that we are doomed if we do not stop producing nuclear weapons.
◯ Sexist
◯ OK
Sexist language 2 – 1

2 of 10

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undefined. Asha Purpura, who is a doctor’s wife, is the defense attorney appointed by the court. Al Jones has been assigned to work with her on the case.
◯ Sexist
◯ OK
Sexist language 2 – 2

3 of 10

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undefined. A secretary must be willing to sacrifice some of her spare time in the evenings and on the weekends if she expects to advance in this company.
◯ Sexist
◯ OK
Sexist language 2 – 3

4 of 10

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undefined. Because Dr. Edward Brown and Dr. Judith Coombs were the senior professors in the department, they were elected to serve on the promotion committee.
◯ Sexist
◯ OK
Sexist language 2 – 4

5 of 10

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undefined. After being elected, a new senator must wait several months before beginning his term.
◯ Sexist
◯ OK
Sexist language 2 – 5

6 of 10

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undefined. In my hometown, the lady mayor has led the fight for a fair share of federal funds for new schools.
◯ Sexist
◯ OK
Sexist language 2 – 6

7 of 10

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undefined. Often law students must be as concerned about their public speaking skills as they are about their knowledge of the law.
◯ Sexist
◯ OK
Sexist language 2 – 7

8 of 10

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undefined. John Crockett and Sarah Cooke have been an effective real estate team. John arranges attractive mortgage packages; Sarah, a former model, directs the sales staff.
◯ Sexist
◯ OK
Sexist language 2 – 8

9 of 10

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undefined. The man who makes history has no time to write about it.
◯ Sexist
◯ OK
Sexist language 2 – 9

10 of 10

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undefined. A young graduate who is careful about investments can accumulate a significant sum in a relatively short period.
◯ Sexist
◯ OK
Sexist language 2 – 10