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Societal norms influence both personal and collective identities, often imposing restrictions that limit ______ and authenticity.
Societal norms influence both personal and collective identities, often imposing restrictions that limit ______ and authenticity.
freedom
Duffy critiques societal norms for forcing suppression and transformation, highlighting ______ as essential.
Duffy critiques societal norms for forcing suppression and transformation, highlighting ______ as essential.
resistance
Thetis’s transformations symbolize suppression and forced ______.
Thetis’s transformations symbolize suppression and forced ______.
adaptability
The structure of Duffy's poem reflects the ______ demands on women to conform.
The structure of Duffy's poem reflects the ______ demands on women to conform.
Donnelly critiques gender inequality in ______ spaces.
Donnelly critiques gender inequality in ______ spaces.
In 'I am supposed to be here', the round table highlights gender ______.
In 'I am supposed to be here', the round table highlights gender ______.
'Little Red Cap' portrays the theme of reclaiming ______ against patriarchal authority.
'Little Red Cap' portrays the theme of reclaiming ______ against patriarchal authority.
The caption in Donnelly's work emphasizes ______ and belonging in male-dominated spaces.
The caption in Donnelly's work emphasizes ______ and belonging in male-dominated spaces.
In 'Trucks Liking Thing', gendered interests are imposed from ______.
In 'Trucks Liking Thing', gendered interests are imposed from ______.
The phrase 'I can’t decide what I want to be when I grow up' highlights restrictive binary choices for ______.
The phrase 'I can’t decide what I want to be when I grow up' highlights restrictive binary choices for ______.
The poem 'Caveman' satirizes ______ norms and ownership of women.
The poem 'Caveman' satirizes ______ norms and ownership of women.
In 'The World’s Wife', women are forced to adapt and suppress their identity under ______ control.
In 'The World’s Wife', women are forced to adapt and suppress their identity under ______ control.
In 'Thetis', the imagery of shrinking symbolizes the suppression of ______.
In 'Thetis', the imagery of shrinking symbolizes the suppression of ______.
'I am supposed to be here' highlights exclusion despite its association with ______.
'I am supposed to be here' highlights exclusion despite its association with ______.
The poem 'Anne Hathaway' portrays love as a ______.
The poem 'Anne Hathaway' portrays love as a ______.
'Women Holding the Globe' uses visual satire to critique exclusionary ______.
'Women Holding the Globe' uses visual satire to critique exclusionary ______.
Flashcards
Societal Norms Shaping Gender Identity
Societal Norms Shaping Gender Identity
How society's expectations affect how people understand and express their gender.
Identity Shaping
Identity Shaping
The process of creating or changing one's understanding of self in response to societal pressures.
"The World's Wife" (Duffy)
"The World's Wife" (Duffy)
A feminist reimagining of myths, highlighting women's struggles with societal gender norms.
Gender Identity Struggle
Gender Identity Struggle
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"Thetis" (Duffy)
"Thetis" (Duffy)
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Visual Satire (Donnelly)
Visual Satire (Donnelly)
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Feminist Critique of Gender Inequality
Feminist Critique of Gender Inequality
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IO Preparation Structure
IO Preparation Structure
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Gendered Interests (Childhood)
Gendered Interests (Childhood)
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Binary Choices (Women)
Binary Choices (Women)
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Marriage Norms Satire
Marriage Norms Satire
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Societal Exclusion
Societal Exclusion
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Reclaiming Agency
Reclaiming Agency
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Patriarchal Control
Patriarchal Control
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Mythological Critique
Mythological Critique
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Visual Satire (Exclusion)
Visual Satire (Exclusion)
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Study Notes
Global Issue: Societal Norms and Gender Identity
- Societal norms significantly shape gender identity, often restricting freedom and authenticity.
- "Shaping" refers to the creation or alteration of identity in response to societal expectations.
- This influence affects both personal and collective identities.
Key Concept: Identity and Societal Influence
- Societal norms restrict and shape gender identity.
- Individuals struggle to resist, reclaim, and redefine their identities within societal pressures.
Texts for Analysis
- Literary Text: The World's Wife by Carol Ann Duffy
- "Thetis" (Zoom-In)
- "Little Red Cap," "Anne Hathaway," "From Mrs. Tiresias" (Zoom-Out)
- Non-Literary Text: Women Holding the Globe by Lisa Donnelly
- "I am supposed to be here" (Zoom-In)
- "Trucks Liking Thing," "I can’t decide what I want to be when I grow up," "Caveman" (Zoom-Out)
Structure of the IO (Individual Oral Presentation)
- Introduction (1 minute):
- State the global issue and its significance.
- Introduce both texts and establish their connection to the issue.
- Thesis: Both texts critique societal norms shaping gender identity, with Duffy using mythological allegory and Donnelly employing visual satire.
- Body (8-9 minutes):
- Literary Text Analysis (4 minutes):
- The World's Wife as a feminist reimagining of myths.
- "Thetis": Imagery of shrinking symbolizes suppression, consistent tone mirrors pressure, symbolism of transformations critiquing societal commodification of identity.
- Other Poems: "Little Red Cap" reclaims agency, "Anne Hathaway" portrays love as respite, and "From Mrs. Tiresias" challenges rigid gender roles.
- Connection to the global issue: Duffy's critique highlights resistance/reclaiming agency against societal imposition.
- Non-Literary Text Analysis (4 minutes):
- Donnelly's critique of gender inequality in professional spaces.
- "I am supposed to be here": Visual symbolism (round table, postures) and text (caption) emphasizing defiance and belonging.
- Other Works: "Trucks Liking Thing" (gendered interests), "I can't decide..." (binary choices), "Caveman" (marriage norms).
- Connection to the global issue: Donnelly critiques societal exclusion and emphasizes resistance/self-determination.
- Literary Text Analysis (4 minutes):
- Conclusion (1 minute):
- Summarize both texts' critiques of societal norms.
- Emphasize the importance of resistance in redefining societal expectations.
- Final statement of inclusivity as a result of resistance and individual agency.
Key Analysis: The World's Wife
- Themes:
- Women's forced adaptation and identity suppression under patriarchy.
- Mythology used as a framework to critique societal norms.
- "Thetis" Key Quotes/Imagery/Structure:
- "I shrank myself / to the size of a bird in the hand of a man." (suppression)
- "So I shopped for a suitable shape." (commodification)
- Abrupt shifts reflecting the exhausting pressures.
Key Analysis: Women Holding the Globe
- Themes:
- Women asserting presence in male-dominated spaces.
- Visual satire critiquing exclusionary norms.
- "I am supposed to be here" Key Elements:
- Round table highlighting disparity.
- Confident/defiant posture versus relaxed positioning.
- Assertive caption challenging norms.
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Explore the impact of societal norms on gender identity through texts like The World's Wife by Carol Ann Duffy and Women Holding the Globe by Lisa Donnelly. This quiz analyzes how these norms shape personal and collective identities, emphasizing resistance and redefinition. Dive into the complexities of identity influenced by societal expectations.