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

Question 1

Remember that violence was inflicted on the birdcage and the bird. What inferences can you make about Mrs. Wright’s experience in her home? Check all of the boxes that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: She may have felt trapped and confined.; B: She may have felt limited as a housewife.; D: She may have suffered physical or emotional violence.; E: She may have been lonely.

Question 2

How does the symbol of the bird reinforce a feminist theme?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B: It illustrates the injustice that Mrs. Wright experienced in the male-dominated home.

Question 3

Which quotation best shows evidence for the theme that important information can exist in “trifling” details?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B: “Look at the sewing! All the rest of it has been so nice and even. And look at this! It’s all over the place!”

Question 4

What is ironic about this conversation?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

C: The law officials decide that the kitchen lacks any important evidence, but all of the important evidence is contained there.

Question 5

How does this symbol reinforce the symbol of the birdcage?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: If Mrs. Wright is the bird, then the birdcage represents her situation at home.

Question 6

How does the symbol of the birdcage reinforce a feminist theme?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

D: It demonstrates the confinement that women face in the roles clearly defined for them.

Question 7

Which quotation best supports the theme that men lack appreciation for women’s traditional roles?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: “(as one turning from serious things to little pleasantries) Well ladies, have you decided whether she was going to quilt it or knot it?”

Question 8

Which of the following did you include in your response? Check any of the boxes that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: She shows that the men cannot see the situation that is right in front of them.; B: She makes the audience sympathize with the women because the audience can see what the men cannot.; C: She shows that men view women’s issues as inferior and unimportant.; D: She stresses that men choose to ignore women’s concerns.

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