Choose the two thematic statements that are relevant to this passage from Edith Wharton's The Age of Innocence. The expectations
of society can feel oppressive at times. Being from the lower classes makes it very difficult for a person to economically succeed in the world. Communication between men and women can sometimes be difficult or confusing because of different goals or assumptions. Male gender norms can very oppressive to both men and women, A little laughter can make even the darkest days brighter.
The two thematic statements that are relevant to the passage; The Age of Innocence are;
The expectations of society can feel oppressive at times.
Male gender norms can very oppressive to both men and women.
<h3>The Age of Innocence by Edith Wharton</h3>
One of the themes central to The Age of Innocence is the struggle between the individual and the group. Newland Archer has been raised into a world where manners and moral codes dictate how the individual will act, and in some cases, even think.
