<i>Trifles</i>: The Rise of Modern Feminism on the Stage, Part 2 - Question 10 | CA-Common Core English Language Arts 11 A Credit Recovery 5 Credits | Revolt
Trifles: The Rise of Modern Feminism on the Stage, Part 2
Question 10 of 23 • CA-Common Core English Language Arts 11 A Credit Recovery 5 Credits
Read the excerpt from part one of Trifles. MRS. HALE (abruptly moving toward her). Mrs. Peters?Which best describes the effect of the word “abruptly” in the excerpt?
Answer
A
The use of the word abruptly heightens the conflict by revealing to the reader that Mrs. Hale is becoming increasingly anxious.
B
The use of the word abruptly characterizes Mrs. Hale as someone who is aggressive and assertive by nature.
C
The use of the word abruptly quickens the plot by making it appear as though the characters in the play are rushed.
D
The use of the word abruptly adds to the mysterious mood in the scene as the reader is left to wonder why Mrs. Hale is upset.