Trifles Characters Flashcards

Who is the protagonist of the story?

What is George Henderson's role in the story?

Mrs. Peters follows the law strictly and makes excuses for men's behavior.

Who was the first to find John Wright dead?

Mrs. Wright was formerly known as ______.

Which character is a sheriff in the story?

What was John Wright's attitude towards his wife?

What did Mrs. Hale do to protect Mrs. Wright?

Mrs. Hale

Protagonist and wife of Lewis Hale.
Resents the male-dominated society and advocates for female solidarity.
Takes action by concealing evidence (the dead bird) that could implicate Mrs. Wright.

George Henderson

County attorney investigating John Wright's murder.
Exhibits outward sexism and dismissive attitudes toward women's perspectives.
Convinced of Mrs. Wright's guilt without substantial evidence.

Henry Peters

Sheriff and husband of Mrs. Peters.
Responsible for examining the murder scene and gathering evidence.

Lewis Hale

Neighbor and farmer who discovers John Wright's dead body.
Noted Mrs. Wright’s strange behavior upon entering her home, highlighting her isolation.

Mrs. Peters

Sheriff’s wife, new to the community.
Adheres strictly to the law and makes justifications for male dominance and attitudes.

John Wright

Local farmer, emotionally neglectful toward his wife.
His murder serves as the central mystery of the play, prompting questions about motive and suspects.

Mrs. Wright

Known as Minnie Foster in her youth, representing joy and vitality.
Her life deteriorated post-marriage to John Wright, resulting in her becoming the primary suspect in his murder.

Test your knowledge on the characters from Susan Glaspell's play 'Trifles'. This quiz covers key figures such as Mrs. Hale and George Henderson, emphasizing their roles and significance in the story. Ideal for literature students looking to deepen their understanding of the narrative and its themes.