Understanding the Use of Miss

What is the purpose of using the title Miss?

• To address a young boy

• To address a married woman

• To address an unmarried woman or girl

• To address an elderly woman

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

How is Miss different from Ms?

• Miss is used for men.

• Miss is used for elderly women.

• Miss is used for unmarried women.

• Miss is used for married women.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

When should you use Miss when addressing a woman?

• When she is a doctor

• When she is unmarried or her marital status is unknown

• When she is married

• When she is older than 50

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

Provide an example of using Miss in written communication.

• Hello Mr. Smith,

• To Whom It May Concern,

• Dear Mrs. Johnson,

• Dear Miss Smith,

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CCSS.SL.11-12.6

CCSS.W.11-12.1D

CCSS.W.11-12.2E

CCSS.W.9-10.1D

CCSS.W.9-10.2E

How should you address a woman using the title Miss?

• Mrs. + Last name

• Ma'am + Last name

• Ms. + Last name

• Miss + Last name

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

What are the cultural implications of using the title Miss?

• Encouraging diversity and inclusion

• Reinforcing traditional gender roles and expectations

• Challenging traditional gender norms

• Promoting gender equality and empowerment

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Explain the significance of using Miss in formal settings.

• It is a way to show disrespect towards a woman

• It has no significance in formal settings

• It shows respect and politeness towards a woman whose marital status is unknown or unmarried.

• It is a term used only for married women

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CCSS.SL.11-12.6

CCSS.SL.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.1D

CCSS.W.11-12.2E

CCSS.W.9-10.1D

In what situations would it be inappropriate to use the title Miss?

• When addressing a woman who prefers to be addressed by her professional title, such as Dr. or Professor.

• When addressing a man

• When addressing a pet

• When addressing a child

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

Discuss the historical context of the title Miss and its relevance today.

• The title Miss originated in the 20th century and is no longer used today.

• The historical context of the title Miss dates back to the 17th century when it was used as a title for an unmarried woman. Today, it is still commonly used to address young unmarried women.

• Miss was historically used to address married women and is still used that way today.

• The historical context of Miss is irrelevant to its use today.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

How does the use of Miss impact gender equality and respect for women?

• It promotes equal treatment of men and women

• It can reinforce traditional gender roles and emphasize a woman's marital status.

• It is a sign of respect for women's independence

• It has no impact on gender equality

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3