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

Question 11 • English Language Arts 11

Read the excerpt from part one of Trifles . COUNTY ATTORNEY ( with the gallantry of a young politician ) : Which best describes the effect of the word “gallantry” in this excerpt?

Answer

It develops the conflict by creating tension as the other men in the story realize the County Attorney actually sympathizes with women.

It characterizes the County Attorney as someone desirous of showing respect to women, even if he does not mean it.

It creates the setting by hinting at a period in time when men were more inclined to treat women with respect.

It enhances the theme of the story by showing that some men are capable of treating women with respect, even if it does not seem so.

Explanation

“Gallantry” means courteous or chivalrous behavior toward women. The phrase “of a young politician” suggests that the County Attorney’s courtesy is a practiced display meant to make a favorable impression, rather than proof of genuine respect. This characterizes him as someone who acts respectfully toward women even if he does not truly mean it.

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