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INCLUSIVE LANGUAGE (ENGLISH) | Vocabulary relating to LGBTQ+ issues 1

Choose the correct, most natural-sounding word (or words) to complete each of the following sentences.

1. A person's sexual orientation refers to whom that person is (bound/attracted) to.✓

2. Most people have realized that there is nothing (unreal/unnatural) about being gay or transgender.✓

3. A "non-binary" person doesn't (analyze/identify) with being either male of female.✓

4. In some countries, homosexuality is still considered a . (criminal/crime)✓

5. In many countries, homosexual couples are allowed to get married and to (adopt/adapt) children.✓

6. Many of the prejudices that people have towards LGBTQ+ individuals is based on . (misinformation/misinterpretation)✓

7. A very common term for "not gay" is . (straight/strapped)✓

8. In most modern societies, (incompetence/intolerance) towards LGBTQ+ individuals is not seen in a positive light.✓

9. Homophobia is the (fear/tolerance) of gay people.✓

10. Transgender individuals are still (discriminated/testified) against ( = persecuted), even in many parts of the United States.✓

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WHY THIS MATTERS: Inclusive language shows respect for people's identities and lived experiences. Using the right words helps create environments where everyone feels seen and valued — and avoids unintentional harm.

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