Confucianism and Women's Roles

The video tutorial explains how to analyze a primary source using the HAP acronym, focusing on historical context, audience, point of view, and purpose. The primary source discussed is a Japanese text from 1716, highlighting the role of women in society influenced by Confucianism. The tutorial provides a detailed explanation of the text, its historical context, and its intended audience, emphasizing the importance of understanding these elements in primary source analysis.

What does the HAP acronym stand for in the context of analyzing a primary source?

• Historical context, Audience, Point of view, Purpose

• Honesty, Accuracy, Precision

• History, Art, Philosophy

• Hierarchy, Authority, Power

Who authored 'The Greater Learning for Women'?

• A European scholar

• A Japanese author

• A Chinese philosopher

• An Indian poet

According to the primary source, what is a woman's destiny upon reaching womanhood?

• To travel the world

• To live in submission to her in-laws

• To become a leader

• To live independently

What is the consequence mentioned in the text if a woman grows up self-willed?

• She will become a leader

• She will gain more respect

• She will fail as a wife

• She will be successful

What societal influence is highlighted in the historical context of the primary source?

• Islam

• Christianity

• Confucianism

• Buddhism

How does Confucianism view the role of women in society?

• As leaders

• As subservient to men

• As equals to men

• As independent individuals

What is the purpose of the book 'The Greater Learning for Women'?

• To encourage women to pursue education

• To promote women's rights

• To teach women how to become independent

• To instruct women on how to act in relationships

Who is the intended audience of the primary source?

• All Japanese men

• Chinese philosophers

• All Japanese women

• European scholars

What is the point of view of the author regarding Confucianism?

• Critical

• Neutral

• Indifferent

• Favorable

What are students encouraged to do in the conclusion of the lesson?

• Attempt analyzing a primary source on their own

• Write an essay

• Create a presentation

• Read more books