Use the passage from the “A yearslong push to ban hair discrimination is gaining momentum” article to answer the question.

Question

Use the passage from the “A yearslong push to ban hair discrimination is gaining momentum” article to answer the question.

Her curly hair would be seen as a “distraction,” or would “make the employer uncomfortable,” Anthony recalls being told by other Black women. Anthony’s experiences with anxiety and fear over the professional impact of her hairstyle are not unique. Though stories of Black people experiencing hair discrimination are not new, in recent years national media attention has brought a new level of scrutiny to the issue.

Question
Which words or phrases in this statement reflect a negative connotation? Select the two correct answers

Answer 1

- "distraction"

- "make the employer uncomfortable"

Answer 2

The words or phrases that reflect a negative connotation in the statement are:

1. "distraction"
2. "make the employer uncomfortable"