Early Stream of Consciousness and Feminism in Fiction

Question 1

What does the narrator’s description of the wallpaper reveal about the social context of the story?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B: the narrator’s feeling that her life is repetitive and meaningless

Question 2

Which of the narrator’s statements suggest her viewpoint about women’s roles in society? Check the three boxes that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: “John laughs at me, of course, but one expects that in marriage.”; C: “I MUST say what I feel and think in some way – it is such a relief!”; D: “Of course it is only nervousness. It does weigh on me so not to do my duty in any way!”

Question 3

Which of the following statements describe gothic elements in “The Yellow Wallpaper” that reflect social attitudes? Check the three boxes that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B: The image of the woman behind the bars suggests the theme of male expectations as a prison from which she cannot escape.; C: The husband’s treatment of his wife is based on the assumption that she is weak and frail, like a damsel in distress.; D: The “cure” prescribed by the male doctor causes, rather than cures, the narrator’s mental problems.

Question 4

Which statements describe the general viewpoint of the narrator as it relates to her social context? Check the two boxes that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B: She accepts society’s expectations but unconsciously questions them.; E: She feels alienated from those closest to her.

Early Stream of Consciousness and Feminism in Fiction Answers

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