Gendered Language

Question 1

Pronouns

Answer 1

A word that can function as a noun phrase used by itself and that refers to a person (I,you) or to someone/ something else (she,it,this)

Question 2

Adjective

Answer 2

A word that describes a noun

Sweet, red, beautiful

Question 3

Assumptions

Answer 3

A thing that is accepted as true or as certain to happen, without proof

Question 4

Stereotypes

Answer 4

The widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing

Question 5

Verbal hygiene

Answer 5

The effort to correct or improve speech and writing

Question 6

Political correctness

Answer 6

Language used to avoid offence or disadvantage to members of particular groups in society

Question 7

Assertiveness

Answer 7

The quality of being self assured and confident, without being aggressive