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Using your CBC Gender Guidelines, can you find neutral words in this puzzle to replace the gender-specific terms underneath

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Gender-Specific

When you have found the neutral terms for these gender-specific names, write them beside each one.

Anchorman
Cameraman
Craftsman
Businessman (Term 1)
Stewardess or Steward
Newsman
Mailman
Policeman (Term 1)
Watchman
Waitress or Waiter
Man-hours

Businessman (Term 2)
Policeman (Term 2)
Draftsman
Fireman
Cleaning Lady
Housewife
Male Nurse
Salesman
Spokesman
Manpower

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