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The True Story behind Trifles — Quiz

Question 9 • English Language Arts 11

What is a key difference in the purpose of the articles by Susan Glaspell and Midnight Assassin ?

Answer
A
The articles tell the ongoing story of the Hossack trial as it unfolded, while Midnight Assassin offers a reflection of the events as they occurred in the past.
B
The articles attempt to persuade the reader of Mrs. Hossack’s guilt, while Midnight Assassin attempts to persuade the reader of Mrs. Hossack’s innocence.
C
The articles inform the reader of the Hossack trial in vivid and descriptive detail, while Midnight Assassin simply summarizes the key events of the Hossack trial.
D
The articles are designed to entertain the reader with a horrific story about a murder trial, while Midnight Assassin attempts to persuade the reader that the articles are inaccurate.

Explanation

Susan Glaspell’s articles were newspaper reports published as the Hossack trial unfolded, so they followed the case as current events. Midnight Assassin looks back on the murder and trial from a later point in time, reflecting on events that had already happened. That difference in timing and perspective makes B the best answer.

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