Since the Passage of Title IX in 1972

question 38

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)while treatment by teachers is still unequal,books now feature equal numbers of boys and girls.

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Definitions:

Hostile Environment Harassment

A form of harassment creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive working or living environment.

Sexist Comments

Remarks or statements that perpetuate stereotypes or display prejudice based on a person's gender.

Performance Pressure

The stress or anxiety felt to achieve or perform at high levels in various activities or roles.

Glass Ceiling

An invisible barrier that prevents certain individuals, particularly women and minorities, from advancing beyond a certain level in a hierarchy or profession.