From a feminist perspective, what is problematic about Higgins’ treatment of Eliza in Pygmalion?

He controls and molds her into his ideal woman without her input.

Which archetypal figure does Henry Higgins most closely resemble in the narrative?

The creator/artist's craft transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary.

How does the portrayal of female characters in Pygmalion reflect the gender norms of Shaw’s era?

Their identities are largely shaped through their relationships with men.

According to a feminist perspective, how does Hurston challenge traditional gender roles in her essay?

By portraying women as strategic and resourceful rather than weak.

Which aspect of Pygmalion is most critiqued by feminist critics?

It shows female transformation as solely dependent on male intervention.

How does Hurston’s portrayal of women reflect feminist concerns about gender dynamics?

It shows how women navigate a society that historically disadvantages them.

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1
From a feminist perspective, what is problematic about Higgins’ treatment of Eliza in Pygmalion?
He encourages her to pursue her own ambitions from the start.
He respects her independence and choices.
He believes she is naturally superior to men.
He controls and molds her into his ideal woman without her input.
2
Which archetypal figure does Henry Higgins most closely resemble in the narrative?
The creator/artist's craft transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary.
B. The trickster who disrupts the natural order.
The villain who exploits vulnerable individuals.
The wise elder who guides the hero.
3
Kolbenschlag argues that Cinderella is a story that empowers women by giving them a voice.
False
True
4
How does the portrayal of female characters in Pygmalion reflect the gender norms of Shaw’s era?
They are shown as having complete freedom over their social destinies.
Their identities are largely shaped through their relationships with men.
They are depicted as dominant figures in both private and public spheres.
Their roles are entirely separate from issues of language and class.
5
Marriage in Cinderella is portrayed as the ultimate reward for the female protagonist.
False
True
6
Kolbenschlag argues that Cinderella reinforces traditional gender roles and female dependency.
True
False
7
According to a feminist perspective, how does Hurston challenge traditional gender roles in her essay?
By dismissing the historical inequalities between men and women.
By suggesting that women should not be financially independent.
By reinforcing the idea that women are naturally dependent on men
By portraying women as strategic and resourceful rather than weak.
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Which aspect of Pygmalion is most critiqued by feminist critics?
The complex portrayal of Eliza as a fully autonomous agent.
It shows female transformation as solely dependent on male intervention.
The lack of any exploration of gender roles.
Its focus on economic exploitation.
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How does Hurston’s portrayal of women reflect feminist concerns about gender dynamics?
It shows how women navigate a society that historically disadvantages them.
It denies the existence of patriarchal oppression
It suggests that women’s success is only possible through men’s generosity
It portrays men as victims of manipulative women

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