The reason being that, many devices are used to bring forth the message that Rich has embedded within it. ... The oppressing gender expectations in the 50's have a connection with the domineering actions of men in this time. ... Adrienne Rich has done a wonderful job of incorporating the style of poetry into the central idea. She has utilized an aesthetically pleasing format with a conventional layout. ... Her genius incorporation of a conventional format into the theme shows greatness in the field of poetry. ...

• Word Count: 855
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School

The reader notes that a major theme of the three works is the long-term effect of outside pressure on the subjects from birth. ... Though she attempts to defy these expectations by cutting off her "great big nose" and "fat legs," in her death, the woman is displayed in her casket with cosmetics painted on and a beautiful turned-up putty nose. ... The recurring theme in Maxine Hong Kingston's short story was that of gender inequality and its acceptance in Chinese culture. ... They went to great pains making themselves look perfect, hoping to attract a male. ... Each story has its own separ...

• Word Count: 979
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: High School

Every culture, race, and society has traits specific to itself and to the people who embody it. ... Esperanza seems to symbolize many young girls who feel the same way. Fathers are just as dominant as boyfriends or husbands in many cases. They expect strict obedience from daughters and often become enraged or very upset when rules are broken or their expectations are let down. ... Most girls seem to have respect for their dads but also have a great fear of them. ...

• Word Count: 1127
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School

So, many immigrants came to New Orleans seeking for a job, including Europeans, Asians and Africans. ... In the meantime, New Orleans was an industrialized city that demanded huge manpower and drew many immigrants into the city and formed the working class. ... In 1940's job opportunities for women were limited, whereas today, a great variety of jobs are available for them just as equal to men's. ... Also, the society's perspective on women's roles and expectations from women has changed. ... If any element such as time changed, then the plot, themes and the characters woul...

• Word Count: 990
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: High School

Many authors during these patriarchal times wrote about subjects of freedom and rebellion. ... Mallard, in the beginning of the story, has received news that her husband has just passed away. ... She has just been set free. ... Mallard feel free, free from oppression, and free from the burden of society's expectations. ... The Storm, another great story written by Kate Chopin expresses yet again the theme of a male dominated society. ...

• Word Count: 1053
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: High School

Introduction The topic of sex differences in the play preschoolers has been explored by many researchers in the past. ... It was found that older girls and younger boys play themes were more likely connected to the props than the older boys. ... When the girls adopt more flexible sex role characteristics, they would not have as great an impact because girls have already developed these prosocial skills. ...

• Word Count: 2481
• Approx Pages: 10
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School