Characterization
Whats the women's goal in the story?
To understand who Minnie Foster is.
What does the birdcage symbolize?
Mrs. Wright's abusive relationship
How does Mrs. Wright's husband die?
She kills him.
Third limited/omniscient
Who is the protagonist and antagonist?
Mrs. Wright
What's the irony of the manner of the bird's death?
That strangled her husband.
What's the symbolism of the dirty towel in the kitchen?
The seemingly clean, yet dirty hands of Mr. Wright - “Men’s hand’s aren’t always as clean as they might be.” (pg 4)
What is the setting of the story?
A small country home
Was Mrs. Wright abused in her marriage?
Yes
What does this quote mean - "I'd hate to have men coming into my kitchen," she said testily - "snooping around and criticizing."
She is doing exactly what she is saying that she wouldn't
What is the significance of the title of the story?
Her "peers" judge her
What does the messy house symbolize?
How she viewed her life.
What is the climax of the story?
Discovery of the bird/it's neck being strangled.
Why does Mrs. Wright kill her husband?
He was abusive
What is the irony of the man laughing at the woman?
Underestimating the ability of the women who would eventually solve the mystery?