Guenevere’s conversation with Lancelot, like her conversation with Vivien, begins with a discussion of the fact that she is darning Arthur’s socks. How does this focus on Guenevere’s domestic activity relate to a major theme of the play?
Answer
A
The play shows Guenevere darning socks, an activity common to a homemaker’s work, to contrast traditional ideas about women’s duties with modern ideas about women.
B
The theme “modern men are too busy to spend time at home” is supported by Guenevere darning socks in her husband’s absence.
C
The play shows Guenevere darning socks, an activity common to a homemaker’s work, to contrast traditional ideas about men’s work with traditional ideas about women’s work.
D
The theme “modern women feel trapped by domestic roles” is supported by Guenevere not wanting to darn her husband’s socks.