Trifles: The Rise of Modern Feminism on the Stage, Part 1

Question 1

Mrs. Wright’s broken jars of preserves symbolize her broken household. What thematic knowledge is necessary to make this connection?an understanding that Mrs. Wright has become unstablean understanding that Mrs. Wright is considered responsible for the home an understanding that the jars were a prized possession

Revolt · Accepted Answer

an understanding that Mrs. Wright is considered responsible for the home

Question 2

Based on Hale’s comment, what can you infer was a common attitude during the time of Trifles? Check all of the boxes that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Women’s thoughts are not considered to be as important as men’s.; It is normal for men to make generalizations about all women.; Women take care of details that are less important than those that concern men.

Question 3

Mrs. Wright’s broken jars of preserves symbolize her broken household. What thematic knowledge is necessary to make this connection?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

an understanding that Mrs. Wright is considered responsible for the home

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