B2 – Upper intermediate
Through the centuries, the fight for women’s rights has always been a slow and uphill battle. Although steady progress and changing attitudes towards women have been very positive in a lot of countries, there are others who still cling to tradition and see women as second-class citizens. For instance, in some parts of rural Nepal, a woman’s “period” is bizarrely regarded as a time of shame.
Read the article to find out more.
http://www.thetimesinplainenglish.com/the-menstruation-taboo-in-rural-nepal-can-kill/
Discussion Questions:
- Explain the article in your own words.
- Talk about women’s rights in your country. What are some issues concerning women that are still regarded as taboo?
- What can be done to improve the plight of women around the world?