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1️⃣ A colleague repeatedly comments on another colleague’s clothing, saying how good it looks on them, even after being asked to stop.

  • A. This is fine — they’re just being complimentary.
  • B. This could be sexual harassment.
    ✅ Correct answer: B
    👉 Explanation: If the comments are unwanted and make the person uncomfortable, this could count as harassment.

2️⃣ A senior manager regularly tells sexual jokes during team meetings.

  • A. It’s just their sense of humour — no harm done.
  • B. This could create a hostile environment and be harassment.
    ✅ Correct answer: B
    👉 Explanation: Sexual jokes can contribute to a degrading or offensive atmosphere and may be harassment.

3️⃣ Someone sends repeated, unwanted messages asking a colleague out on a date, even after being turned down.

  • A. This is harassment.
  • B. This is just persistence — not harassment.
    ✅ Correct answer: A
    👉 Explanation: Continuing to pursue someone after they’ve said no is harassment.

4️⃣ A colleague brushes past another in a crowded area and accidentally touches their arm.

  • A. This is harassment.
  • B. This is not harassment.
    ✅ Correct answer: B
    👉 Explanation: Accidental contact in a busy space is not harassment. Harassment involves unwanted, intentional behaviour.

5️⃣ Sharing sexual images or jokes on a work WhatsApp group is:

  • A. Harmless fun if no one complains.
  • B. Potential harassment — it can create an offensive environment.
    ✅ Correct answer: B
    👉 Explanation: Even if no one speaks up, sharing sexual content at work can create a hostile or uncomfortable environment.

6️⃣ A colleague asks another out once, politely, and accepts the no.

  • A. This is harassment.
  • B. This is not harassment.
    ✅ Correct answer: B
    👉 Explanation: A single, polite request that is accepted and not repeated is not harassment.

7️⃣ Someone keeps staring at a colleague in a way that makes them feel uncomfortable.

  • A. This could be harassment.
  • B. This is just curiosity — not harassment.
    ✅ Correct answer: A
    👉 Explanation: Unwanted, persistent staring that causes discomfort can be harassment.

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