Realist Novel Study, Part 1 Answers

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How can using synonyms as context clues help you determine the meaning of “sunshade”?

The sunshade is also called “yellow camomile.”

Mr. Pontellier refers to the sunshade as a snail on the beach.

Mrs. Pontellier refers to the sunshade as an umbrella.

Based on Mr. Pontellier’s description, a sunshade is also known as a water-oak tree.

Use context clues and a dictionary to determine the most appropriate meaning of “had possession of” for the passage.

had control of

occupied

owned

was dominated by

Which sentence is the most similar in meaning to the quotation as a whole?

Madame Ratignolle seized the rocker and began to sew two little night-drawers.

Madame Ratignolle sat confidently in the rocking chair as she sewed a small pair of pajamas.

Madame Ratignolle wanted to sit in the rocking chair but contented herself with sitting on a small chest of drawers and sewing.

Madame Ratignolle held the rocker while she busily sewed on a small bedside table.

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