Women in Lysistrata and Women of Ancient Greece

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English

 

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Sharon M

 

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November 22, 2013

 

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The roles of women consisted of taking care of the family, the husband's desires, and the home. Ancient Greece made sure that women had almost no power or property, due to the belief that women were incapable of tasks that were of major importance or decision. Aristophanes' role portrayal of women was quite contrary to the current social norms for he gave women power and control...
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Aristophanes' role portrayal of women was quite contrary to the current social norms for he gave women power and control. Lysistrata shows that women were cunning, wise, and fully capable of taking on large responsibilities. Aristophanes' comedy is a very strong contrast to Ancient Greece's practices...
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