Unit 2 Text Questions Review Questions 1. What are the characteristics of women warriors in mythology and folklore? Women warriors have a strong sense of honor, protect others, do what they believe is right, and do everything in their power to ensure good vanquishes evil. Woman warriors are formidable and unstoppable in their pursuit of justice. 2.
My father loved a pot better than he loved his children. P. 7 • And I try to serve him although sometimes I feel that I’m tending just another in that long procession of dead. But I do it. I do it for her [Elinor] p.9 • I fear the line between myself and madness is as fine these days as a cobweb. P.9 • You knew her!
What was the role of Valkyries in Norse mythology?5. The strength and fierce attributes of warrior women in mythology and folklore had an effect on the societies of the ancient Greeks, Norse, and Celts. In fact, Viking women (the historical counterparts of the Norse mythological figures) were even allowed to divorce their husbands under certain circumstances. What were these circumstances?Critical Thinking Questions1. Early in the unit, you learned that women warriors are always on the side of good.
It was her virtue that defined whether she was to be esteemed or denounced. Women were expected to embody, “chastity, courage, tenacity, and unquestioning acceptance of the prevailing hierarchy- unto death if necessary.”(p.100) This literally meant that suicide was a desirable recourse in order to protect the woman’s virtue or that of her husband’s. A woman’s loyalty to her husband was paramount. A story is told of a young girl who’s betrothed was slandered so her family arranged another marriage, but instead of allowing herself to be married to another man, she hung herself in order to stay true to her rightful husband. This demonstration of loyalty was deemed worthy and right, instilling a complete dependence of a wife on her husband.
I find Girl to be a very brave and risky character, as is Oedipus. On page 81 of Mother Hicks, Girl is discussing her background with Mother Hicks. She states that she is no longer on the look out to find her mother, but she is rather in search for her name. “I know, but I can’t go back there until I find what I need” (81). This line is Girl’s response to Mother Hicks stating that her mother cares and wants her back.
First, women’s contribution to the war effort was definitely a major factor in granting women the vote in 1918. To start with, women’s role was to stay at home and encourage men to fight. However, many realised this was total war, involving civilians as well as the soldiers. Women were needed to fill roles of men who had gone off to war, and so women of all classes volunteered to help the war effort. Many women were nurses and ambulance drivers on the front line.
She battled for women's rights and made it her personal responsibility to ensure someday women would be treated as equals. Alice should be looked at as not only a feminist, suffragist and political strategist, but as an incredibly important personal role model with great personal accountability. When asked why she dedicated her entire life to women's equal rights she replied, "When you put your hand to the plow, you can't put it down until you get to the end of the row", which truly embodies the essence of her infallible personal
Not only emperors, but also women from the imperial family could be ordained as Daoist priestesses. Many other women served as the religious instructors of high-level officials and scholars. Several movements within Daoism are attributed to female founders. Both Daoism and Buddhism offered female followers the possibility of becoming nuns, an accepted option for a woman who did not wish to become a wife and mother. Although Daoism inherited some social biases against women, it allowed them to play a vital role in society.
Within her is the power to create, nurture and transform.” (Lopez A5) It is evident that over the course of history, the plight of women has caused women of different circumstances and problems to be empowered and exert their full efforts to bring about necessary reforms and many times have they succeeded. With that said, women empowerment should be about more than just breaking the bounds of repression, but more than that, being truly free to be women who remain true to the authentic set of morals and standards they have set for themselves. It is important that women develop a sense of purpose within them and make use of their personal potential, not only for the benefit of themselves, but more importantly, for the betterment of society. That spark of purpose has to emerge and start with the self until it burns brighter to enlighten those around them; the potential of a woman has the power to be truly
Mabel responded with aggressive communication by stating she was the granddaughter of the chairman and she’d “get Rosas’s head on a platter”. In my opinion, Rosa handled Mabel’s insubordination to the best of her ability. She was very professional, assertive and respectful. The way Mabel responded was not only aggressive but threatening, insubordinate, and disrespectful. In my opinion, the only option left is disciplinary action for Mabel.