Activism and Inequality
What term is used when people gather in public places to express their disagreement with something?
Demonstrate
The unfair treatment of people based on their race is known as ________.
Racism
The unfair treatment of women and men based on societal roles is known as ________.
Gender inequality
You’re choosing between two forms of activism: joining a protest or signing a petition. You could do ________, but not both today. Which word do you use to express this choice?
Either
Which of the following is NOT an action people might take to fight for change?
a) Go on strike
b) Support a cause
c) Take action
d) Prejudice
d) Prejudice
What is the term used for living in overcrowded, unsafe areas because of financial hardship? S_____
In many societies, women are often expected to fulfill specific ________ roles, such as being caregivers or homemakers, while men are expected to be the breadwinners.
gender
When discussing a situation where two people are not responsible for the outcome, you could say, “________ of us were able to solve the problem.”
Neither
People often ________ for better wages and working conditions.
go on strike
Which of the following is NOT associated with poverty?
a) Low wages
b) Slums
c) High education
d) Unemployment
c) High Education
Which of the following is NOT typically a characteristic of traditional gender roles?
a) Men are expected to be the primary breadwinners
b) Women are expected to stay at home and care for children
c) Both genders should have equal opportunities in the workplace
d) Women should wear makeup and men should not
c) Both genders should have equal opportunities in the workplace
You’re deciding between focusing on wealth inequality or poverty in your research. You’ll choose to write about ________ topic for your paper.
either
The protest aimed to raise awareness about ________ in society, where certain groups are treated unfairly.
inequality
People who cannot find a job offer from ______
Unemployment
Many societies have specific expectations for men and women. These expectations often lead to ______ (1) roles, where men are expected to be more dominant, while women are seen as submissive. This ______ (2) affects how people of different genders experience inequality.
gender / inequality
If two people don’t believe that strikes or demonstrations will lead to change, you could say, “________ of them believe this will solve the problem.”
Neither
This is what many people aim to do when they fight against unfair treatment based on someone's race, gender, or background. It involves changing people's attitudes and behaviors to ensure everyone is treated equally.
Overcome discrimination.
Due to poverty, many children end up in dangerous situations, often leading to _________.
juvenile deliquency
In the context of gender and beauty, people often try to ________ societal expectations, but the pressure to fit into a specific image can cause emotional distress.
overcome
Activists have tried many approaches to tackle wealth inequality, but ________ protests ________ petitions have proven to be successful in creating lasting change.
neither / nor