1. Explore Shakespeare's presentation of gender within Twelfth
He desperately tries to appear as if he has these qualities, bragging to Sir Toby of how he wishes that he "had bestowed the time in fencing that [he had] in fencing, dancing and bear-baiting." When he shows off his dancing talents to Sir Toby, he ironically highlights just how un-manly he really is, despite his intentions, as even his "caper[ing]" is bad. ... Shakespeare presents Sir Andrew as an extreme example of non-masculine behaviour to gain a comic effect, such as when he demonstrates his dancing skills. ... These two women are more like the women of the modern audience's time, ...
- Word Count: 2131
- Approx Pages: 9
- Grade Level: Undergraduate