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What was Miss Brill's initial feeling about her fur when she decided to wear it?
What was Miss Brill's initial feeling about her fur when she decided to wear it?
What did Miss Brill do to her fur before wearing it?
What did Miss Brill do to her fur before wearing it?
How does Miss Brill describe the air outside when she goes out?
How does Miss Brill describe the air outside when she goes out?
What did Miss Brill notice about the nose of her fur?
What did Miss Brill notice about the nose of her fur?
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What sort of feeling did Miss Brill experience in her bosom?
What sort of feeling did Miss Brill experience in her bosom?
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Miss Brill was unhappy with how her fur looked before wearing it.
Miss Brill was unhappy with how her fur looked before wearing it.
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The blue sky was described as being sprinkled with great spots of light resembling white wine.
The blue sky was described as being sprinkled with great spots of light resembling white wine.
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Miss Brill's fur had a firm and undamaged nose.
Miss Brill's fur had a firm and undamaged nose.
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Miss Brill experienced a sense of agitation as she walked outside.
Miss Brill experienced a sense of agitation as she walked outside.
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Miss Brill referred to her fur as a little rogue for its mischievous qualities.
Miss Brill referred to her fur as a little rogue for its mischievous qualities.
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Study Notes
Miss Brill's Fur
- Miss Brill is pleased with her fur despite the beautiful weather.
- The fur is described as having "dim little eyes" that seem to snap at her.
- The fur's nose is damaged but Miss Brill plans to repair it with sealing wax.
- Miss Brill feels a strong affection for her fur, referring to it as "dear little thing" and "little rogue."
- The fur is kept in a box and requires brushing and shaking out moth powder to maintain its appearance.
- The act of touching her fur evokes a tingling sensation in Miss Brill's hands and arms.
The Setting
- The weather is described as brilliantly fine, with a gold-powdered blue sky.
- Spots of light are compared to white wine splashed over the Jardins Publiques.
- Though the air is still, a faint chill and drifting leaves are present in the atmosphere.
- The overall atmosphere is one of stillness and gentle beauty.
Miss Brill's Emotions
- Miss Brill experiences a mix of emotions, including happiness, fondness, and a gentle sadness.
- A "something gentle" seems to move within her as she walks.
Miss Brill's Fur
- Miss Brill is pleased with her fur on a beautiful, sunny day.
- The fur is described as "dear little thing".
- She prepared the fur by removing moth powder, brushing it and reviving its appearance.
- The fur's eyes are described as "sad little eyes".
- The fur's nose is damaged and requires repair.
- Miss Brill affectionately refers to the fur as "little rogue".
- She experiences physical sensations, tingling in her hands and arms, associated with walking.
- An emotional response is described as something "gentle" moving within her.
The Setting
- The day is brilliantly fine, with a blue sky and sunlight described as "white wine splashed over the Jardins Publiques".
- The air is still, with a faint chill.
- Leaves drift down from the sky.
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Description
Explore the themes and emotions in Katherine Mansfield's 'Miss Brill.' This quiz delves into the symbolism of Miss Brill's fur, the setting's impact on her psyche, and her complex feelings throughout the story. Test your understanding of the nuances in Mansfield's writing and character development.
