The English Language Reflects a Long-Standing Ideology of Male Dominance

question 112

Multiple Choice

The English language reflects a long-standing ideology of male dominance in Western societies.How is this problem viewed in the modern world?

• A) Using language that demeans women or men trivializes their existence,perpetuates stereotypes,and reinforces gender bias in our society.
• B) Using language that demeans women or men trivializes their existence by excluding women from political discourse.
• C) It is not really a serious problem these days as males are no longer dominant.
• D) It is only a problem to the extent that women still think it is a problem.

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