SSC MTS EXAM

Detailed explanation-1: -Their value was defined almost solely in relation to their fathers and husbands. But some women found ways to claim their own power. Women in ancient Rome, whether free or enslaved, played many roles: empress, priestess, goddess, shop owner, midwife, prostitute, daughter, wife and mother.

Detailed explanation-2: -Roman women were not allowed to own property or control their own finances-all family inheritances and dowries were transferred to the husband when a woman married. Nor could women participate in politics-they could neither vote nor run for political office.

Detailed explanation-3: -Well, the Romans had a similar view of women, which made it impossible for them to make it onto the stage. But over time, Roman plays did start to have a few female actors. Theatre was an important tradition in Medieval times too.