What should be emphasized more as a major theme of the play Riders to the Sea; fragility of life, gender role or religious aspect?

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What should be emphasized more as a major theme of the play Riders to the Sea; fragility of life, gender role or religious aspect either?

Asked by Amna H #712940 on 11/6/2017 4:23 PM

Last updated by jill d #170087 on 11/6/2017 4:41 PM

Answered by jill d #170087 on 11/6/2017 4:41 PM

Gender roles and religion are both important themes in the text. For an indepth look at these themes, check out Gradesaver's theme page for the unit.