Intro - explain what status is, how it differs between men and women in the society of Gilead and in The wife of bath. Briefly explain how the society effects both men and women. The privileges, the negatives and positives. Outline the hierachy, briefly outline whos at the top and whos at the bottom and also all in between. Generally talk about both soceities - pros and cons. Why status is needed
Subjugation of women. Different ways women are subjugated in the Handmaid's tale, Atwood - feminist views. Status is shown in uniform and colours. Different clothing between women for e.g. Econowives were colourful striped clothes to convey that they have more than one role, more than one purpose (cooking and cleaning). Clothing of men is different. Uniform and colours, a way to create segregation and division between people of Gilead. Every uniform conveys a certain role. "Black for the commander, blue for the commander's wife and the one assigned to me which is red".Explain in detail the system of the hierachy. Elaborate on the negatives and positives both with men and women. What it means to be a man in both societies and what it means to be a woman. Use quotes and pee's to justify points.
Dominance of men. Commanders being dominant in Gilead. Handmaid's take the name of their commanders. Shows the commander is in power. Commanders role in the household and the kind of relationship he has with Offred. The private relationship in the office. Use quotes to explain how specific women in the Handmaid's tale feel about the situation their in. Also quotes from men implying things about soceity. Also quotes from the wife of bath that show how people feel in the sort of society they are in. Roles of women in society. How that defines status, why? Who creates these jobs, rules, laws, restrictions. What happens if the job confined is not met? What are the threats and how does Gilead keep the society running 'smooth'. These different roles created- PATRIARCHAL SOCIETY.
Some of the people in society rebel - who does not follow the rules as they should? Jezebels, Serena, Handmaid - Offred, nick
What women have to do for men in the Handmaid's tale.
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