Trifles: The Rise of Modern Feminism on the Stage, Part 2

Question 1

Based on part two of Trifles, the symbolism behind the uneven stitching in Mrs. Wright’s otherwise perfect quilt indicates that she

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was agitated or distracted by something during her quilting.

Question 2

In part two of Trifles, how does the symbol of the broken fruit jar impact the theme that women were often unhappy in the roles they were expected to fulfill?

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The shattered fruit jar symbolizes the broken and unhappy home in which Mrs. Wright lived.

Question 3

Read the excerpt from part two of Trifles.MRS. PETERS (looking upstairs). We mustn’t—take on.MRS. HALE. I might have known she needed help! I know how things can be—for women. I tell you, it’s queer, Mrs. Peters. We live close together and we live far apart. We all go through the same things—it’s all just a different kind of the same thing. Which theme is best reinforced by the excerpt?

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Women generally felt detached from each other because of the societal roles thrust upon them.

Question 4

The fact that women often feel pressured to conform to society’s expectations is a common feminist theme found within literature. As this theme appears within part two of Trifles, which pair of symbols most strengthens this theme?

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quilt, bird

Question 5

In part two of Trifles, which of the following best supports the feminist theme that women often found it difficult to fulfill their own heart’s desires?

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the accepted understanding that Mrs. Hale was too busy with her own home and children to stop for a visit

Question 6

Read the excerpt from part two of Trifles.COUNTY ATTORNEY (facetiously). Well, Henry, at least we found out that she was not going to quilt it. She was going to—what is it you call it, ladies!MRS. HALE (her hand against her pocket). We call it—knot it, Mr. Henderson.How is this excerpt an example of irony?

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The lighthearted and humorous tone of the County Attorney is the opposite of what you would expect during a situation like this.

Question 7

In part two of Trifles, which of the following images most reinforces the theme of loneliness that exists throughout the play?

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the hollow in which the Wright home sat

Question 8

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

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had an oppressive demeanor that killed the bird and his wife’s spirit.

Question 9

In part two of Trifles, which of the following is an example of situational irony?

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The men overlook the important details because they believe the kitchen holds nothing but trivial kitchen items.

Question 10

Based on part two of Trifles, what did the bird’s singing most likely symbolize to Mrs. Wright?

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freedom and beauty

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