Modern vs Victorian Values

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Victorian vs. Modern

        If the choice between Victorian and Modern values and attitudes was bestowed upon me, I

would have to choose Modern values and attitudes. Victorian attitudes and values are just too uptight,

snobby and I don't want to be that type of person who is sure of themselves all the time. Modern

attitudes and values are more laid back, relaxed if you will. Also, in Modern society, your class doesn't

effect what job you will get. It is up to you. I prefer Modern society over Victorian society because you

can do anything you want and be anything you want without your social class bringing you down.

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        Victorian values included an obsession with social status. The people back in the Victorian era

instantly decided whether or not they liked someone judging by what they wore and had. If you

compare this to Modern society, we tend to judge people by their personalities. Because your social

standing is largely determined by your family backgrounds, there is a slim chance that you can ever be

of a higher class so you will always be judged based on this.

        Victorian values and attitudes are very uptight. Everything has to be done a certain way. ...

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