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Writing Workshop: Exploring Argument — Unit test

Question 7 • Common Core ELA 11 2014 - ELA3011 A-IC

In part two of Trifles, what symbolic impact is made when Susan Glaspell includes quilting as a part of Mrs. Wright’s lifestyle?

Answer
A
It reinforces the idea that Mrs. Wright fulfilled many of the roles considered common for women during this time.
B
It characterizes Mrs. Wright as someone who truly enjoyed the domestic duties expected of women during this time.
C
It casts doubt on the idea that Mrs. Wright could have killed her husband by making her appear innocent and content.
D
It heightens the tension by creating a scene of domestic bliss that would conflict with the murder being investigated.
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