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Comparing Themes in Literature Answers

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What is the author’s perspective on the topic?

A
Women and men were treated equally.
B
Women were unfairly discriminated against.
C
Women were given many opportunities.
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Which phrase from the passage reveals the author's perspective?

A
“so it seemed to me”
B
“in the sixteenth century”
C
“feared and mocked”
3

Based on the underlined words, what is the author’s perspective in this passage?

A
The situation for women improved starting in the 19th century.
B
It is necessary to have a quiet or soundproof room in order to write literature.
C
Based on the reference to empty bookshelves, most women did not like reading.
D
Most women could not write literature because they could not afford books or a space to write.
4

What is the central idea of this passage about Shakespeare’s imaginary sister, Judith?

A
Women were treated with disrespect by men most of the time.
B
Women were treated equally and their intellect was acknowledged.
C
Women did not have the same privileges and opportunities as men.
D
Women could become whatever they wanted, including playwrights.
5

How does the rhetorical question develop the central idea?

A
The question is used to make the point that inequality experienced by women extended beyond the theatre.
B
The question is used to emphasize the girl’s innocence by reminding readers that she is too young to engage in social activities at night.
C
The question is used to make readers question why women were not allowed to participate in theatrical productions.
D
The question is used to create a metaphor that makes a direct comparison between male and female actors.
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How does the writer use text structure to develop the central idea of inequality?

A
by presenting the girl’s problem and how she solves the dilemma
B
by making a comparison between the girl and her brother
C
by repeating emotionally charged questions that are not meant to be answered
D
by overstating the actions of the theatre manager

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