Setting
The name of the Isle characters retreat to every summer
Grand Isle
Why doesn't Edna completely like her relationship
She has internal struggles with the feeling of being caged by the patriarchy
Who is Edna married to?
Mr. Pontellier, or Leonce
What does the sea symbolize
Freedom
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something cool ig
How does the isle's environment shape Edna's experience
The isle is full of nature and provides Edna with physical and emotional freedom
It shows her that arts and passion can go a long way when that creativity isn't burdened by expectations.
Who is painted as the ideal motherly figure, and a close friend to Edna
Adele Ratignolle
What does the Isle symbolize
Freedom, connection with nature. Get away
What is the book about, wrong answers only
something wrong
How does the Isle contrast with New Orleans
The isle is rich with freedom, whereas New Orleans is burdened with duty and societal norms
What does Edna decide to do instead of go to bed with her husband
She decides to sleep in the hammock for a bit
Who is the independent woman Edna looks up to
Madame Reisz
What does Edna's ability to swim symbolize
The first part of her awakening, where she realizes that she can break free, and it really isn't impossible like she had made it out to be
Why is the sea so important to Edna's character
Serves to provide comfort, independence, and awakening.
How does Robert influence Edna
He inspires her to be more open and look inward to her own sexuality rather than passively living life
How is the field that little Edna runs through in the memories of her childhood significant
It represents her inner desire to escape societal norms, showing that she has always longed for a life outside of the domestic role.
How is Leonce (Mr. Pontellier) an enforcer of the patriarchy
Bro is evil and holds high expectations of his wife to perform motherly duties with complete obedience, while also belittling her on numerous occasions.