Question

Read this excerpt from the end of Susan Glaspell’s play Trifles. Which prediction is best supported by Mrs. Hale's speech and actions? 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. A. Mrs. Hale will reveal the motive to her husband. B. Mrs. Hale will hide the evidence from the men. C. Mrs. Hale will finish Mrs. Wright's quilt. D. Mrs. Hale will leave the dead bird in the house.

Answer 1

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Which prediction is best supported by Mrs. Hale's speech and actions?

B) Mrs. Hale will hide the evidence from the men!

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Answer 2

Answer:

B. Mrs Hale will hide the evidence from the men.

Explanation:

As the title of the play states, the men believe that everything women discuss are "trifles", in other words, unimportant things. The play criticizes the way in which men ignore women's opinions and thoughts and so, leave out important perspectives due to a prejudice. The women choose not to blame Mrs. Wright, in spite of considering her guilty of murder, because they are aware of how unfair the patriarchal laws are towards women. They hide the evidence in order to show empathy not only towards Mrs Wright, but towards all womanhood.