Which statement best describes how the context of gender is reflected in King Lear? (1 point)

Question

The hierarchy of men over women reflects that women were unlikely to succeed in life.
The manipulations by Regan and Goneril reflect that women were often not to be trusted. Cordelia’s ongoing innocence and naiveté reflect that women were less educated than men.
Lear’s treatment of his daughters reflects how it was much easier for men to gain their inheritance.
Lear’s daughters’ dependence on their inheritance reflects how women were not allowed to be independent.

Answer 1

The statement that best describes how the context of gender is reflected in King Lear is: Lear’s treatment of his daughters reflects how it was much easier for men to gain their inheritance.