Kate Chopin 'The Story of an Hour' Analysis
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What was the woman's initial reaction when she realized the thing approaching to possess her?

  • She felt a sense of terror and tried to fight it off with her will. (correct)
  • She felt a sense of indifference and did not react at all.
  • She felt a sense of confusion and did not know how to respond.
  • She felt a sense of joy and welcomed it with open arms.
  • What did the woman say repeatedly under her breath when she abandoned herself?

  • "death, death, death"
  • "love, love, love"
  • "fear, fear, fear"
  • "free, free, free" (correct)
  • What did the woman feel would belong to her absolutely in the long procession of years to come?

  • Her memories and experiences.
  • Her wealth and possessions.
  • Her freedom and independence. (correct)
  • Her husband's love and devotion.
  • What did the text suggest about the woman's feelings towards her husband?

    <p>She loved him sometimes, but often did not.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the text suggest about the woman's perception of the 'thing' that was approaching to possess her?

    <p>She recognized it as a natural and inevitable force.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the text suggest about the woman's state of mind when she was sitting motionless, except for the occasional sob?

    <p>She was distressed and emotionally overwhelmed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the reason for taking great care in breaking the news to Mrs. Mallard?

    <p>She had a heart condition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who initially broke the news of Mr. Mallard's death to his wife?

    <p>Mrs. Mallard's sister Josephine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Mrs. Mallard initially react to the news of her husband's death?

    <p>She wept with sudden, wild abandonment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where did Mrs. Mallard go after the initial outburst of grief?

    <p>She went to her bedroom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Mrs. Mallard observe from the window in her room?

    <p>The tops of trees and signs of spring</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following sensory details is NOT mentioned in the passage?

    <p>The taste of the spring breeze</p> Signup and view all the answers

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