1. Breaking Gender Stereotypes in Macbeth
In Shakespeare's Macbeth he tries to break the gender roles set in society. ... However, in Macbeth Shakespeare is trying to make women " oppose male authority, dominance, and courage.... The men of Macbeth fall prey to the everlasting concept that a man must be tough and never cry but, Shakespeare is trying to change that. ... Lady Macbeth, the witches, and the men are prime examples of how Shakespeare is trying to break the gender roles in Macbeth. ... Shakespeare does a stupendous job breaking gender roles in Macbeth. ...
- Word Count: 1258
- Approx Pages: 5
- Has Bibliography
- Grade Level: High School