Question

What larger social element does Egeus seem to represent

Answer 1

I would say strong patriarchy

Step-by-step explanation:

I say this because, throughout AMSND, we see Egeus continually trying to control Hermia. She, obviously, rebels against him and that angers him and bruises his ego, which many patriarchal men do the same. Hope this helps a bit!

Answer 2

4-8th grade English would make sense