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Message texts viewed by subjects
Text with Masculine Characteristics
After the events of 9/11, national security has become a concern for many American
citizens. I personally feel very angry about what has happened. Many children lost their parents
in the attacks. Those who were responsible for the attacks on the World Trade Center should be
hunted down and punished for what they have done. The courage of the people at ground zero
has inspired me to try and make a difference. I strongly encourage everyone to do as much as
possible to help the war on terror.
9/11 has also made me more culturally aware to about Arabs and Muslims in our country.
I feel that they should not be negatively stereotyped. Most Muslims in general are good people in
a religion that preaches peace rather than war. Only a few evil people ruin it for the bigger
majority.
Text with Feminine Characteristics
After the events of 9/11, national security has become a concern for many American
citizens. I personally feel very sad about what has happened. I feel sorry for the many children
who have lost their parents in the attacks. Those who were responsible for the attacks on the
World Trade Center should not be allowed to get away. The courage of the people at ground zero
really moved me. I hope that everyone can do all that they can do to help the war on terror.
9/11 has also made me more culturally aware to about Arabs and Muslims in our country.
I really hope that the Americans do not negatively stereotype them. Most Muslims in general are
good people in a religion that preaches peace rather than war.
Only a few terrible people that ruin it for the bigger majority.
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