Characters
Who is the main female character?
Calixta
Where are Bobinôt and Bibi during the storm?
At the Store
What hidden topic is shown through Calixta and Bobinôt’s marriage?
Marriage can look peaceful and loving on the outside, but still have hidden problems or unspoken feelings underneath.
What evidence shows Bobinôt cares about Calixta?
he buys her shrimp
What is one major theme in the story?
Marriage, temptation, freedom, guilt, or hidden feelings
Who is Calixta’s husband?
Bobinot
Why does Alcée come to Calixta’s house?
To wait for the storm to pass
What hidden topic is shown when characters keep feelings private?
People often hide their true emotions because society expects them to act a certain way.
What evidence shows Calixta is worried about her family?
She asked where they were and checks if her son is safe.
What does the story show about private feelings?
People may hide feelings they do not show in public
Who is Calixta and Bobinôt’s son?
bibi
What does Bobinôt buy for Calixta?
Shrimp
What hidden idea is shown through Clarisse enjoying time away?
Even in marriage, a person may still want freedom, space, and independence.
What evidence shows Clarisse enjoys freedom?
She is happy to stay longer
What does the story suggest about guilt?
Some characters do not seem guilty, even after doing something wrong
Who is the man from Calixta’s past?
Alcee
What is Calixta doing before she notices the storm?
Sewing
Why is the ending surprising?
No one is punished, and everyone seems happy
What evidence shows Calixta returns to normal after the storm?
She welcomes her husband and son happily
What does Clarisse’s reaction show about marriage?
Marriage can feel limiting, even when people love each other
Who is Alcée’s wife?
Clarisse
What does Alcée write to Clarisse after the storm?
He tells her she can stay away longer
What is one deeper message of the story?
People can have private desires and struggles that are very different from the life they show others.
What evidence shows Alcée also benefits from what happened?
He writes a kind letter telling Clarisse not to hurry home
Why might Kate Chopin not clearly judge the characters?
She wants readers to think for themselves about right and wrong