1. A Feminist Approach to Much Ado About Nothing
Marriage defined social class for women during this time, so it was important for girls to get married so they could have an acceptable life. ... Marriage for a woman means risking her integrity by giving into a man. ... When she hesitates to marry Benedick at the end, it is because she knows she will have to fall into the subservient role of a woman, which is contrary to her character. ... Shakespeare put feminist ideals into Beatrice's character, showing her to be more likable and also taking a leap toward male and female equality. ... Beatrice's character stands up for gender equa...
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- Approx Pages: 5
- Grade Level: High School