Am I Sexist Quiz

Example Questions From the Test

• 1When women’s advocacy groups describe continuing inequality, which response best matches your usual view?
  • I consider the specific evidence rather than assuming the concern is exaggerated.
  • I agree some problems remain, although I sometimes question how broadly they are described.
  • I usually see such groups as seeking power over men rather than equality.
  • I tend to think they overlook women’s advantages and focus too heavily on men’s faults.
• 2A woman volunteers for a physically demanding task and meets the stated requirements. What response seems most appropriate to you?
  • Suggest that a man take it because women should generally be spared strenuous work.
  • Let the same requirements and support options apply to everyone.
  • Prevent her from doing it because protecting women matters more than equal assignment rules.
  • Confirm that she understands the demands, as I would with any volunteer for an unfamiliar task.
• 3During a meeting, a woman says she has repeatedly been interrupted by male colleagues. Which response is closest to your first reaction?
  • I would look at what happened and help ensure she can finish her points.
  • I would suspect she is interpreting normal disagreement as sexism.
  • I might initially see it as a communication mismatch, but I would still support fair turn-taking.
  • I would feel that accusations like this are often used to silence men.