From a
feminist point of view, Hemingway's "" supports gender norms, specifically the gender
norm of female weakness, in several ways. Although it is true that Jig wants to discuss her
pregnancy more than the man and could be seen as braver because of that, Jig's continual
questioning and signs of reliance on the American man demonstrate a sense of female dependence
and subservience. This dependence is what ultimately supports traditional gender roles in the
story, rather than challenging them.
Jig's questioning of her companion
shows a lack of confidence. Even when ordering drinks, she...
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