Which of the Following Teachers Uses Language That Perpetuates Gender

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following teachers uses language that perpetuates gender bias?

• A) Mr. Kotts invites two firefighters to discuss fire.
• B) Ms. Arensen opens the floor for nominations for a committee chair.
• C) Mr. Goodeau talks to his students about the role of mail carriers.
• D) Mrs. Woodson asks her students if any of them know a policeman.

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