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The Cult of Domesticity
Kind of Activity:
Research
Objective:
Students will research "The Cult of Domesticity" to better under the changing role of women in Wharton's narratives
Common Core Standards:
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.9-10.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.9-10.8
Structure:
In this activity, students will research the Cult of Domesticity to better under the changing role of women in society during Wharton's time. This will help the students to connect the setting and narrative of her stories to broader historical themes and events.
Place the students into pairs and have them research the Cult of Domesticity. They should work together to research and respond to...
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