Feminist Critiques of Canonical Texts and Their Implications

This exam investigates feminist critiques of canonical literary texts, emphasizing how feminist scholars dissect and reinterpret established works. Key focus areas include the representation of women and the examination of power structures within the texts.

Feminist critiques are essential as they shed light on the inherent biases present in classical literature, revealing how these texts shape cultural understandings of gender roles. This discourse contributes to ongoing conversations in feminist literary scholarship.

Students will be evaluated on their ability to identify feminist critiques within specific works, articulate these critiques verbally, and contextualize the discussions within broader feminist theory.

Engagement with prominent feminist theorists and key texts will provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the significance of feminist critique in literature.