... the events to come. By assessing the situation, many issues present themselves as evidence to suggest that the society was responsible for the events surrounding Nasar's death. The key individuals were simply adhering to the rules of society; this and the tendency to conveniently ignore the situation are things to consider when explaining deeper reason as to why Nasar was killed. The fact that Angela Vicario lost her virginity before her marriage brought incredible shame to her family and was considered dishonorable in the eyes of their society. To stress the importance of retaining this honor it is worthwhile to point out that her parents took great measures to 'watch over her honor'1 so as to ensure her husband's satisfaction. It was common practice for a newly wedded wife to 'display...the linen sheet with the stain of honor'2 as proof of her virginity. Not only was this lost honor a ...

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