Comparing Themes in Literature
Which words or phrases from the text support the author's perspective that gifted female writers had difficulty gaining recognition? Check all that apply.
"hindered by other people" "tortured and pulled asunder"
Which statement best explains how a rhetorical device supports the central idea?
A rhetorical question suggests the central idea.
Based on the underlined words, what is the author's perspective in this passage?
In the 16th century, brilliant women faced isolation from their communities.
How does Woolf use language to emphasize the idea that brilliant women were often feared in the 16th century?
She describes these women as "half witch, half wizard."
Based on the underlined words in the text, what inference can be made about the author's perspective?
Society discriminates against women, so female writers often hide their identity.
How does the author's overall word choice in the reading support her perspective?
The author chooses words with positive connotations to describe the gifts of women writers, and negative words to discuss the lack of opportunities and rights for women.
Which statement best explains how the rhetorical device supports the central idea?
The author emphasizes the central idea by showing the old man's foolishness through his use of overstatement.
Which statement best explains how the structure of this text supports Woolf's purpose?
The compare-contrast structure helps the reader understand how women artists in a variety of disciplines have been affected by cultural norms.
Which statement best explains how word choice supports the author's perspective?
The negative connotations of thwarted and pulled asunder reinforce the idea that women face discrimination.
What is the purpose of the rhetorical device used in the underlined sentence?
The parallel structure emphasizes the idea that the creative process is easily and often interrupted by life's events and obligations.
How does the rhetorical question develop the central idea?
The question is used to make the point that inequality experienced by women extended beyond the theatre.
How do the underlined sentences develop the central idea?
They emphasize the idea that male writers did not face obstacles that women did at the time.
What theme is explored in both passages?
Women are expected to be invisible in society.
What is the central idea of this passage about Shakespeare's imaginary sister, Judith?
Women did not have the same privileges and opportunities as men.
What message is emphasized by the alliteration and parallel structure in this passage?
Writing provides an important and necessary emotional outlet.
How does the writer use text structure to develop the central idea of inequality?
by making a comparison between the girl and her brother
Which words in this passage emphasize the significance of creative expression as an emotional outlet? Select two options.
fired consumed
Which rhetorical devices are used in the underlined portion of this passage? Select two options.
metaphor overstatement
What perspective is emphasized by the underlined phrases?
that men often give in to their urges for recognition
What central idea is explored in both passages?
the idea that women did not typically have the opportunity to do professional work
