After discussing the bellwrite, we read half of Screwtape Letter #20. Screwtape argues that in each age, the Lowerarchy of Hell decides what the prevailing concept of "hot" will be. In some eras it was the "aristocratic type" or in modern-day terms the "trophy wife" which feeds a man's ego and ambition. In other times the idealized female is weak and languishing, the kind of girl who intentionally acts dumb and helpless. Yet there is also the jazz age type of female who is barely distinguishable from the male. We examined some photos of teen celebrities who are showing what types of male and females are being promoted as "hot" today. Interestingly, females are masculine, independent, as if they do not "need" a man. Likewise, males work hard to appear casual, as if they don't take anything too seriously. This contributes to the societal weakening of the male today. Men are often portrayed as shlubs who can't be counted on to accomplish anything or be in touch with what matters. We discussed manifestations of this male stereotype in our culture: in meetings where assignments are given to the "young women" or the "Relief Society" because they "want it to get done right." We discussed how the way we act and talk to one another reinforces these stereotypes. For example, some immature young men feel the way to interact with other males is by using joking put downs in order to compete for social status. In contrast, we considered how mature men interact with one another. We also discussed how young men can treat young women in a way that will allow them to be equal partners, yet feminine--for example, holding doors and not treating girls as "just one of the guys."
Students also took some time to study for the history test.
Homework:
- WWI history test on Monday.
- Vocabulary.com for "Screwtape Letters 19-21" due on Tuesday.
- Final draft of media essay (for LDS audience) is due on Wednesday. Please attach all previous drafts of the essay, outlines, and prewriting.
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