who live in the same area. Many times, societies will consist of smaller subcultures.
Within these subcultures social roles are developed. Social roles are basic expectations
of behavior. They are created by the culture in which they exist. For example, teachers
are expected to be patient and self controlled. On the other hand, bouncers are expected
to be tough, strong, and out of control. It is believed that societal social roles actually
change the behavior of young children and impacts their life through adulthood.
Geography affects social expectations. In America, young girls are expected to
attend school with the boys. Upon reaching adulthood, they are given a choice …show more content…
The two feel that something must be done quickly. On a whim, they
remove the crowns from Caesar’s statue. Their inclinations may have been proven true
about Caesar when the two are punished for removing the crowns. They continue to
worry about the growing power of Caesar.
Plebeians, tribunes, senators, and generals all play an important role in Julius
Caesar, just as they would have in Ancient Rome. The social expectations of each
person, greatly impacts their actions. Flavius and Murellus were clearly given powers
higher than those of the plebeians. Were they trustworthy, protectors? This is still to be
seen. Though they appeared to have a prideful attitude towards those they were put into
office to serve. As a great senator and general, Caesar has taken onto his role with great
pleasure. The people adore him and he continues to win battles. Has he misused his
power, by punishing those who were put into to office to limit his? Again, this is still to
be determined. One certain aspect of the book is that it has remained true to the social
elements and roles of its society. Social classes remain distinct and clear and their
implications on the plot are