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    on any inherent or natural gender differences, but on gender stereotypes, or oversimplified notions about the attitudes, traits, and behavior patterns of males and females. Gender stereotypes form the basis of sexism, or the prejudiced beliefs that value males over females. Common forms of sexism in modern society include gender-role expectations, such as expecting women to be the caretakers of the household. Sexism also includes people’s expectations of how members of a gender group should behave

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    2015 junior summer reading homework 1.) England's Victorian era occurred during 1837 through 1901.” the Victorian age was characterized by rapid change and developments in nearly every area, from advances in medical, scientific and technological knowledge to changes in population growth and location. over time, this rapid transformation deeply affected the country’s mood, an age that began with confidence and optimism. the Victorian era was in age of paradox and power. social class was most

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    Background on the time period: The Victorian era was the time period between the years 1837 and 1901. It was named after Queen Alexandrina Victoria Guelph who became the Queen of Britain and Ireland. When her husband, Prince Albert died December 14, 1861, at the age of 42, Queen Victoria went into deep mourning, which she remained in until her death. Toward the end of the 19th century, people and trends were changing as were the thoughts on mourning etiquette. The Queen of England, being the biggest

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    Darren Padarat Ms. Conway English/Period 5 6-10-15 The Implications of Religion during the Victorian Era The implications of religion during the Victorian Era allowed for the existence of a society that would be considered controversial when compared to the type of social world we live in today. The people of the Victorian era held religion so dear to them that it affected gender roles, dress, and overall behavior to the point that we are now left to interpret whether

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    Chapter Two Victorian Women and Society Chapter Two Victorian Women and Society 2.1 Introduction The second chapter discusses the various pictures that reflect woman in the 19th century which states the status of women in Victorian society, the ideal lady during the era, female body in religion and society. 2.2 Women’s Status in Victorian Society Victorian society emerged after the Industrial Revolution in which it was the time of transformation from rural to urban life. This period was significant

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    The Victorian Era formally followed the reign of Queen Victoria in England from 1837 to 1901, but the era is not so rigidly set. The ideologies, values, and mores associated with the Victorian Era were present before Queen Victoria, and then followed into America and also lived sixty years past its recorded date of death. In the United States during the 1950s and 60s, the idea of femininity was still being explored, just as it was a century prior in another country. Women in the Victorian Era and

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    entranced by the Victorian Era. Its namesake Queen Victoria, known for bring respect and honor back to the royal family. This was founded upon one of the earliest constitutional monarchs in the world, that is still in place today. The Victorian era had a very harsh and unforgiving economy that led to poverty flooding throughout the country, and a hate for immigrants rising. The lives of the people were influenced heavily by the church and controlled almost all of their daily lives. (Victorian era England

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    Spaces, Houses, and Bodies in Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde During the Victorian Era, the social values created an environment in which people were forced to choose between their personal desires and respectability. The Victorian middle class created a strict standard on how to live an honorable and virtuous life to prevent the lower class from disrupting their way of life. The standard discouraged open expression of emotion and any indulgence in pleasures. In his novella, Strange Case

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    a long history of being considered idle objects rather than humans with souls. Victorian society is exemplary of the objectivity women endure in a world ruled by patriarchs. An ideal Victorian woman is expected to be beautiful and reserved. Educated in roles that pertain to femininity, a Victorian woman is bred for a life of domesticity to accompany her role of inferiority. The ultimate achievement of an ideal Victorian woman is to marry a man that can provide her with financial security. Charlotte

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    Written and set in the Victorian era, Bram Stoker’s novel Dracula is a fundamental stepping-stone for horror literature. Unlike most novels of its time, Dracula not only showcased the ideals of its era, but it completely flipped it on its head. Firstly, there are numerous examples of female sexuality and symbolism throughout the entire novel. In Victorian society, it was believed that women had no sex drive and only partook in sex when their male partners insisted. It was unheard of for a female

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