The text indicates that Mrs. Mallard is physically affected by the news of her husband's death through the phrase: "Pressed down by a physical exhaustion that haunted her body." This suggests a tangible, physical reaction that goes beyond simply emotional distress, indicating that the news has a profound impact on her physical state as well.
How does the text indicate that Mrs. Mallard is physically affected by the news of her husband's death?(1 point) Responses "She wept at once, with sudden, wild abandonment." "She wept at once, with sudden, wild abandonment." "She did not hear the story as many women have heard the same." "She did not hear the story as many women have heard the same." "Pressed down by a physical exhaustion that haunted her body." "Pressed down by a physical exhaustion that haunted her body." "It was her sister Josephine who told her."
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