Review A Well-Expressed Theme. What is a possible theme for this story? Explain fully with specific evidence from the story. Remember that the theme is more than just one word. To expand, freedom is not a theme. What the writer intends to mean about freedom is a theme.
What is the nature of the conflict in the story? Who, or what, do you see as Mrs. Mallard's antagonist? Justify your response with evidence from the story.
Mrs. Mallard is described as descending the stairs "like a goddess of Victory" (758). In what ways does she feel victorious? Explain with evidence
