Marlene applied for a job as a travel agent. At the time, she was five months pregnant. Agnes, the manager told her that the company was very interested in hiring her because her references were excellent, but she should reapply after she had the baby and had found reliable day care. Marlene has no recourse under Title VII for gender discrimination.

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Marlene's rejection for employment due to her pregnancy could be considered as discrimination on the basis of sex and a violation of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. It is illegal to discriminate against an individual because of their sex, which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions. Therefore, Marlene can take legal action against the company for gender discrimination.

Marlene Applied for a Job as a Travel Agent