In this paper, I will be analyzing the unique culture that lies within Anatevka. The purpose of this in-depth analysis is to observe the specific cultural elements that are present in their distinct society. In order to ensure organization and proper structure within this analytical essay, I am going to attempt to help create you a proper road map of where I will be heading, and where I should end up. To begin, I will be defining a proper conceptual framework by trying to interpret important terms and philosophical meanings that relate to culture itself, not Anatevka. I will try to explain what culture is and how it may be used properly throughout the framework of my essay. From there, I will set the scene. It is important to understand the
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As I explained in the section about marriage, women have one distinct goal in their lives. That is, to find a suitable and appropriate husband for her daughters. Now, this does not seem like much of twenty-first century approach to the roles of women in society, but it is how it is done in Anatevka. Women are there to cook, clean, and take care of their families while the men are there to protect and provide. On a more distinct level, there is a unique segregation of sexes within Anatevka. This segregation primarily has to due with affection within their society. It is looked down upon for two people, not married, to engage in any form of affection with one another. Tevye sums up gender roles within society perfectly when he lashes out at Golde. Interrupting Golde, Tevye says, “Quiet, woman, before I get angry, because when I get angry even flies don 't dare to fly!” (Fiddler on the Roof, Norman Jewison) In this scene, I noticed that Tevye exerted his dominance over Golde and, in doing so, created a clear divide of power. It is unquestionable that Tevye carries the authority within the family and I have witnessed the clear gender divide present within Anatevka. It is an integral part of their culture and I have enough confidence to say that because I witnessed it first
As I explained in the section about marriage, women have one distinct goal in their lives. That is, to find a suitable and appropriate husband for her daughters. Now, this does not seem like much of twenty-first century approach to the roles of women in society, but it is how it is done in Anatevka. Women are there to cook, clean, and take care of their families while the men are there to protect and provide. On a more distinct level, there is a unique segregation of sexes within Anatevka. This segregation primarily has to due with affection within their society. It is looked down upon for two people, not married, to engage in any form of affection with one another. Tevye sums up gender roles within society perfectly when he lashes out at Golde. Interrupting Golde, Tevye says, “Quiet, woman, before I get angry, because when I get angry even flies don 't dare to fly!” (Fiddler on the Roof, Norman Jewison) In this scene, I noticed that Tevye exerted his dominance over Golde and, in doing so, created a clear divide of power. It is unquestionable that Tevye carries the authority within the family and I have witnessed the clear gender divide present within Anatevka. It is an integral part of their culture and I have enough confidence to say that because I witnessed it first