The text portrays the stereotype of males being in power over women through their dominance. Professor Chadwick is described as 'famous' by the narrator which creates an important status. The stereotype is met when he is described to be in control over the woman. This is implied when he 'demanded' the answer to a question from the theatre sister.
The female is portrayed as stereotypically nervous around men when Penny 'blushed' when Professor Chadwick is said to be laughing at her which creates a dominance over her. She also says: "Where do you want me?" which has sexual connotations and reveals she is empowered by him in the situation, revealing that due to his status and position he is dominant over her. She is also said to be 'absorbed in his work' which again reveals how she is empowered by him and he has her in his control.
The use of a question: "Where do you want me?" implies how he has empowered her, as he doesn't ask any questions to her. It is almost as if she has to ask permission of him, implying power again.
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