Question

What motivated the washwoman to get well in the story “The Washwoman” by Isaac Bashevis Singer?

A. She had a sheer determination to live a longer, more fulfilling life
B. She could not die before returning her last loads of laundry to their families
C. She wanted to live long enough to pursue a career that was her passion, not just be remembered for her labor as a washwoman
D. She wanted to convert to Judaism before she died

Answer 1

Answer:

B. She could not die before returning her last loads of laundry to their families.

Explanation:

This is the reason why the washwoman was motivated to get better. In this story, we learn about a washwoman who is extremely proud of her work. She is always impeccable and works extremely hard, even though the job is difficult and not very rewarding. When she gets sick, she is worried about not returning the last loads of laundry to their owners, which motivates her to get better.