Q. How does the excerpt reflect its social and historical context?
How does the excerpt reflect its social and historical context? It illustrates the “new woman” seeking sensual experiences and freedom from restrictions. In many ways, it is unhealthily introspective and morbid in feeling, as the story of the sort of woman must inevitably be.
Q. What does the excerpt show about the historical context of the story?
The excerpt shows that there were no roads or vehicles in that area. Explanation: It is clear from the paragraph that there were no clear roads and vehicles that miners could use to travel from place to place. The miners used to carry all their tools and in their hands.
Q. Which aspect of historical context does this excerpt most reflect?
The aspect of historical context that this excerpt most reflects is a development in technology. Bicycles were the most popular means of transport before the car was invented, but when first automobiles started to appear, everybody noticed how much more effective those were in comparison to bicycles.
Q. What is Rankin’s response to Chopin’s writing?
What is Rankin’s response to Chopin’s writing? Rankin is complimentary of Chopin’s regional style. According to “A New Biographical Approach,” by Emily Toth, how do Chopin’s experiences with walking excursions in New Orleans influence her portrayal of solitude? They inspired characters who cherished solitary pursuits.
Q. What influenced Kate Chopin writing?
CHOPIN WAS INSPIRED BY THE WRITING OF GUY DE MAUPASSANT. One of his most famous stories, “Boule de Suif,” follows the journey of a prostitute during the Franco-Prussian War. Of Maupassant’s influence on her work, Chopin said: “I read his stories and marveled at them.
Q. What is Kate Chopin best known for?
Kate Chopin (February 8, 1850 – August 22, 1904) was an American author who made her mark writing fiction that was regional in character, yet universal in nature. Chopin’s best known work is The Awakening, a novella that was controversial from the time it was published in 1899 and for several decades afterwards.
Q. What is the awakening in the awakening?
The Awakening explores one woman’s desire to find and live fully within her true self. Her devotion to that purpose causes friction with her friends and family, and also conflicts with the dominant values of her time. Edna Pontellier’s story takes place in 1890s Louisiana, within the upper-class Creole society.
