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Was Shakespeare a feminist? (guided research activity)
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Selected claim, opposing its parent
In Shakespeare's plays, women are often submissive to men, and their fates are decided by their fathers and husbands.
Pros
Cons
Pro claim 1
In 'Romeo and Juliet', Juliet's story is heavily defined by men's decisions.
Con claim 1
The status of women in Shakespeare's plays often reflects contemporary norms in the
16th century
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