Based on part two of Trifles, the symbolism of the dead bird implies that Mr. Wright

The dead bird symbolizes Minnie Wright’s lost freedom and voice. Mr. Wright’s harsh, controlling presence is suggested to have silenced the bird and gradually crushed Minnie’s spirit, helping explain her desperation. Therefore, the best choice is that he had an oppressive demeanor that killed the bird and his wife’s spirit.

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