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. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Louise breathe a quick prayer for?

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

What is Louise's attitude towards her newfound freedom?

<p>She is grateful for it. (B)</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. (C)</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. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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