Since the Passage of Title IX in 1972

question 5

Multiple Choice

Since the passage of Title IX in 1972

• A) gender inequality in the schools has disappeared.
• B) discrimination by schools on the basis of gender is illegal.
• C) boys and girls receive the same treatment by teachers.
• D) treatment by teachers is still unequal, but books now feature equal numbers of boys and girls.

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Definitions:

Criticism Fear

The unease or anxiety about being judged, disapproved of, or negatively evaluated by others.

Rationalizing

The process of attempting to explain or justify behavior or an attitude with logical reasons, even if these are not appropriate.

Underutilizing

Not making the most effective or efficient use of a resource, person, or capability.

Overloading

A situation where an individual or system is given more work or information than can be handled comfortably or efficiently.