Read the excerpt from chapter 25 of The Awakening.

Question

The afternoon was intensely interesting to her. The excitement came back upon her like a remittent fever. Her talk grew familiar and confidential. It was no labor to become intimate with Arobin. His manner invited easy confidence. The preliminary stage of becoming acquainted was one which he always endeavored to ignore when a pretty and engaging woman was concerned.
Which best describes the narrative voice in the excerpt?
The author uses a character in the story as a narrator to illustrate Arobin’s winning personality.
The author uses a character in the story as a narrator to reveal Edna’s discomfort with the conversation.
The author uses an omniscient narrator to reveal the thoughts and motivations of both characters.
The author uses an omniscient narrator to provide background information about Arobin’s previous marriage.

Answer 1

The best description of the narrative voice in the excerpt is: The author uses an omniscient narrator to reveal the thoughts and motivations of both characters.

This choice reflects the insight into Edna's feelings and excitement as well as Arobin's inviting manner and approach during their interaction.

Answer 2

Read the excerpt from chapter 23 of The Awakening.

She had not much of anything to say to her father, for that matter; but he did not antagonize her. She discovered that he interested her, though she realized that he might not interest her long; and for the first time in her life she felt as if she were thoroughly acquainted with him.
Which statement best summarizes the explicit message in the excerpt?
Edna has learned to enjoy her father’s experiences and insights.
Edna has gotten to know her father during his visit.
Edna is easily bored or distracted.
Edna longs to confide in her father.

Answer 3

The statement that best summarizes the explicit message in the excerpt is: Edna has gotten to know her father during his visit.

This reflects her realization of her newfound understanding of him, even if that interest may not last long.

Answer 4

Read the excerpt from chapter 25 of The Awakening.

There were possibly a few track men out there who knew the race horse as well as Edna, but there was certainly none who knew it better. She sat between her two companions as one having authority to speak. She laughed at Arobin's pretensions, and deplored Mrs. Highcamp's ignorance.
Which statement best summarizes the explicit message in the excerpt?
Edna’s knowledge of the track is legitimate.
Edna’s authority is impressive to her peers.
Edna longs for more experienced friends.
Edna is boastful of her expertise.

Answer 5

The statement that best summarizes the explicit message in the excerpt is: Edna’s knowledge of the track is legitimate.

This reflects her confidence and authority regarding the subject, as indicated by her ability to speak with authority and laugh at others’ pretensions and ignorance.

Answer 6

Read the excerpt from chapter 23 of The Awakening.

Mr. Pontellier himself had no particular leaning toward horseracing, and was even rather inclined to discourage it as a pastime, especially when he considered the fate of that blue-grass farm in Kentucky. He endeavored, in a general way, to express a particular disapproval, and only succeeded in arousing the ire and opposition of his father-in-law.
Which statement best summarizes the explicit message in the excerpt?
Mr. Pontellier is morally opposed to gambling.
Mr. Pontellier regrets the demise of the Kentucky farm.
Mr. Pontellier’s opinions offend his father-in-law.
Mr. Pontellier’s opinions reflect his conservative nature.

Answer 7

The statement that best summarizes the explicit message in the excerpt is: Mr. Pontellier’s opinions offend his father-in-law.

This is indicated by the mention of how Mr. Pontellier’s disapproval arouses the ire and opposition of his father-in-law.

Answer 8

Read the excerpt from chapter 23 of The Awakening.

When Doctor Mandelet dined with the Pontelliers on Thursday he could discern in Mrs. Pontellier no trace of that morbid condition which her husband had reported to him. She was excited and in a manner radiant. She and her father had been to the race course, and their thoughts when they seated themselves at table were still occupied with the events of the afternoon, and their talk was still of the track.
Which statement best describes the point of view in the excerpt?
The first-person point of view is an omniscient observer.
The third-person point of view is an omniscient observer.
The first-person point of view is voiced by the subjective Edna Pontellier.
The third-person point of view is voiced by the objective Doctor Mandelet.

Answer 9

The statement that best describes the point of view in the excerpt is: The third-person point of view is an omniscient observer.

This point of view allows the narrator to describe the thoughts and condition of Mrs. Pontellier while also providing insight into the scene and interactions at the dinner table.

Answer 10

Read the excerpt from chapter 23 of The Awakening.

Mr. Pontellier did not attend these soirée musicales. He considered them bourgeois, and found more diversion at the club. To Madame Ratignolle he said the music dispensed at her soirées was too "heavy," too far beyond his untrained comprehension. His excuse flattered her. But she disapproved of Mr. Pontellier's club, and she was frank enough to tell Edna so.
Which statement best describes the point of view in the excerpt?
The third-person point of view is voiced by an objective character in the story.
The third-person point of view is voiced by a subjective character in the story.
The third-person point of view is an omniscient observer.
The third-person point of view is an observer with limited omniscience.

Answer 11

The statement that best describes the point of view in the excerpt is: The third-person point of view is an omniscient observer.

This perspective provides insight into Mr. Pontellier's thoughts and feelings about the soirées and his interactions with Madame Ratignolle, as well as her feelings toward him, without being limited to one character's knowledge or experience.