"Shakespeare's Sister"

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What does Woolf suggest was the main reason a woman in Shakespeare’s day could never have written plays like Shakespeare’s?

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Social strictures.

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What does it mean to have a 'fancy' for words?

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To have a strong liking or appreciation for language and vocabulary.

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If a man has a 'taste' for opera, how does he most likely feel about it?

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He finds it greatly appealing and enjoyable.

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What is the central claim of Woolf’s argument in 'Shakespeare’s Sister'?

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No woman could have written Shakespeare’s plays because society would have stifled her genius.

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What happens to a young woman who runs off to London to become a playwright according to 'Shakespeare’s Sister'?

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She comes to a tragic end.

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Define 'social strictures' in the context of Woolf's argument.

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Social strictures refer to the societal norms and limitations that restrict individuals, particularly women, from pursuing their ambitions.

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What role does ambition play in Woolf's argument about women writers?

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Woolf argues that ambition alone is not enough for women to succeed; societal barriers must also be addressed.

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How does Woolf use the concept of 'genius' in her essay?

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Woolf suggests that genius is not solely a product of individual talent but is also influenced by societal acceptance and support.

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What does Woolf imply about the relationship between gender and artistic expression?

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Woolf implies that gender significantly impacts one's ability to express oneself artistically due to societal constraints.

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What is the significance of the title 'Shakespeare’s Sister'?

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The title symbolizes the untapped potential of women in literature and the barriers they faced.