Deck 4: Including Everyone: Who Sometimes Gets Overlooked in School

Question 1

Girls were not encouraged to receive the same education as boys in the mid 20th century mainly because of perceptions about their limited

A) appropriate career options.
B) physical stamina.
C) emotional stability.
D) intellectual abilities.

Answer 1

A

Question 2

The "From Teasing to Torment" study found that the most common reason students are harassed in schools is because of their

A) religion.
B) appearance.
C) sexual orientation.
D) academic achievements.

Answer 2

B

Question 3

In its early years, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission paid little attention to gender discrimination enforcement because

A) it received no complaints.
B) it was focused on ending racial discrimination.
C) Congress had given it no enforcement authority.
D) there was little actual gender discrimination before 1970.

Answer 3

B

Question 4

Which of the following was the most significant effect of Title IX on vocational education in American schools?

A) reduced enrollments
B) upgrading of technology
C) expanded course offerings
D) abolishment of stereotypes

Question 5

The recent popularity of "macho" male images is believed to contribute to a(n)

A) growing interest in math and physical science courses.
B) perception that academic achievement is for girls.
C) increase in boys' academic achievement.
D) blurring of gender roles.

Question 6

Political opposition to gender equity in schools has mainly been based on a desire to

A) marginalize women.
B) improve educational outcomes.
C) preserve traditional gender roles.
D) reduce federal funding for education.

Question 7

Of the following, the most significant problem for gay and lesbian students in public schools is

A) cultural literacy.
B) harassment from peers.
C) discrimination from teachers.
D) finding adequate challenge in their coursework.