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Gender-neutral words are words that refer to people in general - these words do not refer specifically to only men or women.

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Gender-Neutral Language

The current trend is to avoid using 'sexist language' whenever possible. This requires introducing new 'gender – neutral' words and phrases to replace those which were thought to be 'sexist'. Many changes have been made quite easily, such as replacing the word 'salesman' with 'salesperson' and 'stewardess' with 'flight attendant'. However, other aspects of language may be more resistant to change.

Choose 1 correct answer to complete the sentence.

 

The main distinction referred to in the text is the distinction between…

sexist remarks made by males and females.

aspects of sexist language that are easy to change and aspects that are difficult to change.

the language that males and females use.