1. Explore Shakespeare's presentation of gender within Twelfth
Shakespeare challenges the assumptions made about gender in his own society. ... Shakespeare shows how gender can be distorted by the outside elements of language, and appearance. ... The most blatant comment on gender is made by Orsino in the final act. ... The language of a character always reflects his or her gender. ... The same melodramatic edge in language is expressed by Sebastian, who claims that his "stars shine darkly." ...
- Word Count: 2131
- Approx Pages: 9
- Grade Level: Undergraduate