Kate Chopin's Life and Works
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What is the symbolic significance of the open window in the story?

  • It represents the constraint of Louise's life with her husband.
  • It signifies the death of Louise's husband, Brently.
  • It symbolizes Louise's newfound freedom and bright future. (correct)
  • It represents the emotional state of Louise's husband, Brently.

    • What is Louise's gaze fixed on as she looks out the window?

  • The clouds and the sky.
  • One of those patches of blue sky. (correct)
  • The wide-open spaces below.
  • The trees and the flowers.

    • What is Louise's initial reaction to the news of Brently's death?

  • A suspension of intelligent thought.
  • A fit of anger.
  • A glance of reflection.
  • A fit of tears. (correct)

    • What does Louise's gaze out the window suggest about her reaction to Brently's death?

    <p>It suggests she is feeling a sense of freedom and independence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Louise breathe a quick prayer for?

    <p>For life to be long.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of Louise's gaze out the window?

    <p>Her intelligent thought quickly engages once again.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Louise's attitude towards her newfound freedom?

    <p>She is grateful for it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the 'patches of blue sky' in the story?

    <p>They symbolize the freedom and independence that Louise desires.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Louise's reaction to Brently's death reveal about her?

    <p>She is a freedom-loving individual.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the tone of the passage when Louise looks out the window?

    <p>Hopeful and optimistic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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