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Womens Roles in the Shakespearean Era
Womens Roles in the Shakespearean Era
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1
How much legal power did married women have over their property?
None, it belonged to their husbands
Shared control with their husbands
Depended on social status
Full control
2
What was a woman’s main responsibility once she got married?
Supporting her husband’s career and raising children
Earning money
Engaging in politics
Traveling
3
Which characteristic was highly valued in women during the Shakespearean era?
Ambition
Adventurousness
Submissiveness
Independence
4
What was the most common expectation for women regarding education?
They should study law
Basic education was enough, mainly household skills
They should be highly educated
They should attend universities
5
Who typically chose a womans husband during the Shakespearean era?
Her friends
Her family, especially her father
The woman herself
The church
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What was the primary role of women in the Shakespearean era?
Homemakers and Caregivers
Business owners
Soldiers
Political leaders
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What determined a womans worth in society during this time?
Her chastity and obedience
Her intelligence
Her wealth
Her career
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What was considered inappropriate for women during the Shakespearean era?
Acting on stage
Managing household affairs
Sewing
Writing poetry
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In plays written by Shakespeare, who usually played female roles?
Older men
Boys and young men
Women
Puppets
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Widows had more legal rights and could own property during this era
True
False