Key Words About A Midsummer Night’s Dream Flashcards
1
Q
What does patriarchy mean?
A
That men are more powerful than women.
2
Q
What does hierarchy mean?
A
It is an order of importance, such as in Shakespeare’s time the hierarchy was:
- God
- Angels
- Queen Elizabeth I \ King James I
- Clergy \ Religious men
- Nobles
- Gentleman / Ladies (William Shakespeare)
- Commoners (Most people)
- Animals, Plants and Minerals.
3
Q
What are the main religious beliefs in Shakespeare’s time?
A
Most people are Christians and believe heavily in God and heaven. Churches even believe that theatre was from the devil.
4
Q
What were the expectations of women in Shakespeare’s time?
A
Women were property of there fathers or the next closest male in there family. They were also seen as quite weak and lovey dovey. However, Shakespeare broke this expectation with Hermia’s character who defies her farther when told to marry Demetrius.
