Being Feminine

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Being Feminine

Describing femininity

What does femininity mean to you?

Reading and Speaking

1. Which words were used to describe femininity to the author?

2. Do you agree with his description of womanhood?

What is often associated with traditional femininity?

A

Competitiveness and aggression

B

Independence and assertiveness

C

Nurturing and empathy

D

Logic and rationality

What is commonly considered a personality characteristic of femininity?

A

Ambition and assertiveness

B

Gentleness and grace

C

Dominance and aggressiveness

D

Confidence and assertiveness