word detectives
What does “archaic” mean, and what feeling does it create?
Old-fashioned, it makes the rule seem outdated and unsuitable.
What does connotation mean?
The feelings or associations connected to a word.
Who wrote the article?
Billie Jean King.
What is King's main purpose?
To raise awareness about sexism and unfair treatment of female athletes.
Who won the 2018 U.S. Open final?
Naomi Osaka
What does “very little latitude” suggest about the umpire?
He was strict and gave ReRe very little flexibility.
What does “we’re labeled hysterical” reveal about how women are treated?
Women are often judged as overly emotional when they speak up.
Who is the article's intended audience?
Tennis fans and the general public.
What message does King send when she says women have a right to speak out?
Women deserve the same right as men to stand up against injustice.
What larger issue does King's article connect to Serena's match?
Gender inequality and sexism.
What does “abuse of power” suggest about the umpire's actions?
That he used his authority unfairly.
What does “shifted the spotlight to Osaka” show about Serena?
She was generous and showed good sportsmanship.
What event caused King to write this article?
The controversial penalties Serena received during the 2018 U.S. Open final.
Why does King mention her own experience of walking off the court in protest?
To connect with Serena's experience and show she understands the situation.
Which phrase makes the umpire's behavior seem most unfair: “excellent tennis,” “abuse of power,” or “first major title”?
“Abuse of power,” because it suggests the umpire misused his authority.
How does “the ceiling that women of color face” shape the reader's view?
It suggests women of color face serious barriers to success and leadership.
How is “inconsistent application of a rule” different from simply saying “a rule was applied”?
“Inconsistent” suggests unfairness because the rule is not applied equally.
What is the exigence of the article?
The controversy over Serena's treatment and the larger problem of sexism in sports.
Why does King praise Serena for shifting the spotlight to Osaka?
To highlight Serena's character and show that the controversy does not define her.
How does King's word choice influence readers instead of simply reporting what happened?
Her negative words make the umpire's actions seem unfair and encourage readers to question sexism in sports.
King uses strong words like “abuse of power” to show that Serena was treated unfairly. She connects the incident to the larger issue of sexism and inequality in sports.
It makes the umpire's actions seem unfair and suggests he misused his authority.
How can the same action be described differently depending on the words used?
Different words create different feelings and influence how readers judge the situation.
How do the author, audience, and purpose work together in King's article?
King uses her experience and strong language to help readers understand sexism and support fair treatment of female athletes.
Why does King connect Serena's experience to the larger issue of sexism in sports?
She wants readers to understand that Serena's experience reflects a wider problem of gender inequality.
How does Billie Jean King use word choice to persuade readers that Serena Williams was treated unfairly, and what larger issue does she connect it to?
King uses strong words like “abuse of power” to show that Serena was treated unfairly. She connects the incident to the larger issue of sexism and inequality in sports.