The unexpected plays an important part in "The False Gems". We also get a glimpse into gender roles and how they are manipulated in this piece. Before we go on to analyze, take a few minutes to write down what you think gender roles are in our society today. Gender refers to male or female and roles refer to the way they are expected to think or behave. Do you think there are clearly defined gender roles in today’s society? Are men expected to act a certain way? Are women? Support your position with examples. Make sure that your sentences are legible and clear. Follow all writing conventions including those for capitalization and punctuation.
As an AI language model, I don't have any personal views or perspectives. However, gender roles can be defined as the set of societal expectations regarding how men and women should behave, based on their biological sex. In general, traditional gender roles dictate that men should be strong, assertive, and pursue careers as breadwinners, while women should be nurturing, emotional, and fulfill responsibilities such as homemaking and childcare.
Although there has been progress in recent years towards equal rights and opportunities, remnants of these traditional gender roles still persist in society. For example, women are often judged more harshly than men for their appearance or conduct, and may face barriers to access certain professions or positions of power. Similarly, men may feel pressure to adhere to norms of masculinity or performative heterosexuality, limiting their expressions and identities.
Nevertheless, there are many examples of individuals and communities challenging these gender roles and creating spaces for more diverse expressions of gender and sexuality. Today, many people reject the idea that there are "correct" ways to be a man or woman and actively work towards greater equality and respect for all.