5.9 - The Aspirations of Women
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What was a dowry?
💡 Hint: This often influenced marriage arrangements.
Name one way women in merchant families contributed to the family.
💡 Hint: Think about their economic roles.
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What was primarily the role of women in aristocratic families during the Renaissance?
💡 Hint: Think about their daily responsibilities.
True or False: Women in merchant families had lesser roles in public life than those in aristocratic families.
💡 Hint: Consider their involvement in economic activities.
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How did societal changes during the Renaissance allow women like Isabella d'Este to emerge as political figures? Discuss the factors contributing to this shift.
💡 Hint: Think about the intersection of economy and culture.
Critically evaluate the educational aspirations of women during the Renaissance in the face of societal opposition. What are the implications of figures like Cassandra Fedele advocating for education?
💡 Hint: Consider the context of resistance and empowerment.
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