HIS 101 The Role of Women in Ancient Greece Discussion
Read all links then answer all questions listed below using links with work cited
The Republic Book V: On the Equality of Women: Sections 450a-457b
Read all of the short excerpts in “The Lot of the Hellenic Woman,” and then choose at least two sources from the other links above to support your argument.
- What is the ideal role of a woman in Ancient Greece?
- How is she to behave in this role?
- What are her responsibilities?
- What are her limitations?
- Are any roles off limits or frowned upon for Ancient Greek women, and why?
