The time of the events that the book states that the story is set is the Puritan Massachusetts Bay Colony during the years 1642 to 1649, the novel tells the story of Hester Prynne, who gives birth to a daughter through an affair and is punished for it. Throughout time people have asked how and why females were treated differently through these last couple of decades, how Hester Prynne was treated by the people, and also how they treated Pearl....
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Cultural relativism is âthe idea that the significance of an act is best understood by the standards of the actorâs own cultureâ. (Crapo 2013) Gender is a huge topic today and over the course of American history, we have seen how gender has evolved into many different things. Gender has become a hugely controversial issue within our society, gender was originally only seen as two: female and male. In my normal culture, gender is to be thought of just as...
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Disney took a massive risk in 1937 when they promoted and produced the movie Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The industry thought this movie was going to flop as it had a massive budget of 1.49 million U.S. dollars and was the first animated movie of its kind. However, the movie ended up grossing well over sixty-six million dollars in 1937 alone. As of 2018, Snow Whiteâs total box office value is over 885 million dollars, which puts the...
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Stereotypes are âa widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thingâ ('Stereotype | Meaning of Stereotype by Lexico', 2020) and either contribute to or contradict gender stereotypes. Gender stereotypes are very common in childrenâs literature as stories regularly present boys and girls in relation to specific socially defined norms as well as societal expectations. Thus, âThe Beauty and The Beastâ by Disney reflects the contribution to gender stereotypes through the use...
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Puritan beliefs were rigid and extremist. They believed that man exists to carry out God's will. There was great debate within the Puritan movement on whether to adopt Presbyterianism into their religion or keep the bishops' hierarchy. The Puritans believed that demons were among us and proactively possessed the morally weak people of the colonies. Pastors performed exorcisms and sentenced alleged witches to death or other strong-willed women like Anne Hutchison and Mary Dyer strong-willed women who were either banished...
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Gender is a crucial concept to think carefully about in a society and is made up of social norms that determine the behavior of men and women in a society. A gender role is an appropriate behavior and attitude that has been developed over the centuries that both males and females of society are supposed to go along with and live their life by. Gender has always played a major role in both ancient and modern societies, and even in...
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Masculinity can be defined as attributes that are considered to be characteristic of men. The basic definition may seem harmless, but the way in which masculinity is performed can have a negative effect. Media uses masculinity to display its superiority over the genders and patriarchal views. Music videos such as âBlurred Linesâ, written and recorded by Robin Thicke featuring T.I. and Pharrell Williams, display such aspects of masculinity. It is not blurred but clear to see that in the video...
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In the video âTough Guise 2â, Jackson Katz explains the violent masculinity in domestic violence, video games, movies, manhood, and media. He also argues that men are not violent as most people think. In todayâs world, men and young boys are taught to âman upâ and act tough. Violence is a man's issue, therefore, men are taught by people who show them what it means to be a tough man. The majority of the violence is caused by men because...
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'Fight Clubâ (1999), directed by David Fincher, remains to be a volatile encapsulation of the zeitgeist on the eve of the 2000s, underlining white-collar melancholy mourning the loss of manhood. The film has been interpreted in vastly differing lights â some identify it to be a film that critiques hegemonic norms of white masculinity, but also one that perpetuates a dangerous notion surrounding misogyny and homophobia. In a literal sense, masculinity is defined to be characteristics that are traditionally thought...
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Women, throughout history, have made a tremendous impact in shaping the world. While women's role within society has always been clear, significant, and needed for progress, their unique contribution to their immediate environment and beyond has not always been duly acknowledged. However, as societies evolved, socio-political trends have begun to recognize womenâs societal status, rights, abilities, and accomplishments. In her novels âThe Huntressâ and âThe Alice Networkâ, Kate Quinn explores the role of women in both world wars, and how...
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According to statistical reports, men contribute to a larger number of perpetrators of crimes such as rapes, murders, and assaults. It is important to note, that not all men are involved in criminal activity, women are also responsible for horrible acts of violence. Nevertheless, consistently men commit more crimes. This difference in crime rates might be due to a biological factor, such as high testosterone, which leads to a loss of self-control. Therefore, men express their aggression physically, meanwhile, women...
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This essay will attempt to introduce the ideas and points that will be used to critically discuss the concerns over the sexualization of girls and the extent this reflects normative and naturalized assumptions about childhood and sexuality. My essay will touch on several points and will establish how the discourse of sexualization obscures sexism and unwittingly reinforces patriarchal constructions of female sexuality. This prominent discourse ensures that young people and girls particularly are characterized as victims and targets of dangerous...
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There has been a drastic change in society, technology, and social media from the 1930s until the 2000s. The 1930s was a catapult for entertainment, technology, and womenâs rights in the United States; The Great Depression was going on during this time but that is one of the primary reasons that women's rights and entertainment saw a big increase. Radio was one of the most popular forms of entertainment in the 1930s. âmillions of children turned to the radio to...
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This essay will critique the representation of masculinity and homoeroticism in the film industry from the 1990s to the mid-2000s, centered around the relationship between two male characters. In particular, the film âBrokeback Mountainâ by Ang Lee (2005) will be considered. To evaluate the film, David Grevenâs definition of the double protagonist genre will be outlined but also critiqued. This definition will then be applied to the selected film to break down each of the protagonistâs brands of masculinity, and...
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In our society, toxic masculinity is viewed as the traditional stereotypes that correlate men with strong physical attributes. By discussing toxic masculinity, people are made aware of the pressures put upon men and the detrimental effects it has on them later on. In the video âWhat It Is to Be a Manâ by Dr. George Belliveau, we are introduced to the idea of hypermasculinity and how it is enforced upon young boys. Dr. George Belliveau continues to explain the concepts...
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Stereotypes can be defined as âa set idea that people have about what someone or something is like, especially an idea that is wrongâ (Cambridge University Press, 2019). Subconsciously stereotypes are used liberally to help simplify our social worlds. Through using a preconceived or widely held idea about a person based off of one of their characteristics (e.g., ethnicity, gender) it is assumed that everyone who possess that characteristic will also possess the same traits. Stereotypes can be both negative...
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Many people have very different perceptions of what it is to be a man. Since history began, different cultures have had different perspectives on how to be a man and what a man is. Our cultureâs perspective toward masculinity and femininity is harming individuals and society at large. Men and women are struggling to stay true to themselves because it is shameful for them to express their emotions or to be different. Robert Augustusâ book âTo Be a Man: A...
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Barbie dolls, theyâve around since the late 50âs, most young girls grow up them, and I highly doubt anyone living today doesnât know what they are. Yet so little people really look into the implications of showing young girls these dolls which are unrealistically and have unattainable to the average person bodies. Theyâre crazily slim, and have âperfectâ, model bodies. Yet for young girls who grow up with them it can seem to be the norm, or something that they...
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As we get older, we will experience something in our life that might confuse us. Puberty. This word may sound scary, but it is just a part of our life where we are changing and growing up. The main reason girls go through puberty is to prepare for having a child. Puberty happens because of hormones. The female hormone is called estrogen. Estrogen is the cause of secondary sex characteristics and physical changes in the body. Secondary sex characteristics are...
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Feminist critics focus on the struggles that women face in society and ways these are questioned in literature. âThe Beginning Theoryâ by P. Barry, states: âTo put what I have just sketched in somewhat different terms: this type of feminist criticism leads to a thorough examination of gender roles. Gender has to do not with how females (and males) really are, but with the way that a given culture or subculture sees them, how they are culturally constructedâ. In other...
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Learned women make men nervous. This is prevalent in reality, and is thus mirrored in literature. The journey of women in the literary world has long been bruised by stereotypical portrayals, often prompted by the laughable lack of women authors in comparison to the predominance of men. The misguiding 'male view' of females has dug its claws deep into the literary canon, and subsequently, girls have strived to mold themselves into a 'suitable' caricature of womanhood. Confronted with such tropes,...
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Introduction Cheerleading is often misunderstood and overlooked as a sport due to lingering stereotypes and misconceptions. However, it is time to challenge these perceptions and recognize cheerleading as a legitimate sport. In this argumentative essay, we will explore the physical demands, rigorous training, and competitive nature of cheerleading. By examining its athletic components, safety considerations, and the dedication required, we will make a compelling case for cheerleading as a sport. Defining Sport To establish cheerleading as a sport, it is...
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Introduction: Cheerleading has long been a subject of debate regarding its classification as a sport. While some argue that it requires physical prowess and teamwork, I firmly believe that cheerleading falls short of the criteria that define a sport. In this persuasive essay, I will present arguments and evidence to support the claim that cheerleading is not a sport. By examining the key elements that define a sport, including competition structure, athletic requirements, and objective scoring, we can understand why...
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At a time when sexism was pervasive, when the role of a woman was clearly defined, society, specifically American 1930s culture, needed a push for progression. This prayer was answered in arguably the only way it could have been -- a catalytic war. The bombing of Pearl Harbor occurred on December 7th, 1941, leading the U.S. into WWII, and would change the course of history; specifically equality in the workplace, and the shift of womenâs roles from primarily domestic to...
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How Dress Shows the Roles of Women in Ancient Roman Society Compared to Those of Women in the Earlier Ancient Civilization of Greece The women in the earlier ancient civilization of Greece had few rights in comparison to male citizens. The women were unable to own property, were rarely seen in public, and led sequestered restricted lives. A womanâs place was in the home and her purpose in life was to be a good wife to her husband. Being a...
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Hispanic are known to be family oriented. In the Hispanic culture, family is important and any concerns an individual have is important to address it. It is important for individuals to have a sense of self-esteem and know their identity because it strongly affects his /her relationship with any family member. Also, each member of the family plays a specific role; however, when altering the roles shows how it can affect the Hispanic community, in their traditional values. The father...
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Before the war, a majority of Americans believed that a woman's main commitment was looking after her family and home. However, during World War II, the government used propaganda of all forms to communicate the need for changes in women's roles and stereotypes surrounding their work. These changes encouraged women to enter factory jobs, and military jobs and proved that women were just as capable as men in the workplace. As the second world war was quite focused on the...
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Following on from this examination of PTSD and its impact on the reliable narrator, this dissertation will now interrogate other constraints placed on the accurate representation of women`s Holocaust experiences. In the 1960s and 1970s, the narratives of women which dominated historiography largely focused upon the accounts of resistance fighters or otherwise those considered heroic women. It is important to mention that I will not be discrediting the validity and importance of these experiences but instead questioning why these were...
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The social power of Hip Hop during the late 1980s and the 1990s cannot be underestimated. Rap became in the most important musical genre of the period with huge commercial profits and public demand. However, as Wood emphasizes âlike any industry or art form dominated by men, sexism was inherentâ (Wood 2015). As the genre spread, more and more rap songs abandon social issues; these anthems were replaced by stories about excess that point out women as products worth having....
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