Men's Superiority over Women During Shakespearean Times: Throughout Shakespearean times, men's dominance over women was constantly displayed. Not only was this authority shown in government, but it was present in the household and day to day living. Men made the majority of the decisions, while the women were not allowed to question. Within the society, the expression of any opinions from women was frowned upon. Now, not only in England but many independent English Colonies …
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