by Charlotte Perkins Gilman
I get unreasonably angry with John sometimes. I’m sure I never used to be so sensitive. I think it is due to this nervous condition.
But John says if I feel so I shall neglect proper self-control; so I take pains to control myself,—before him, at least,—and that makes me very tired.
I don’t like our room a bit. I wanted one downstairs that opened on the piazza and had roses all over the window, and such pretty old-fashioned chintz
hangings! but John would not hear of it.
He said there was only one window and not room for two beds, and no near room for him if he took another.
He is very careful and loving, and hardly lets me stir without special direction.
I have a schedule prescription for each hour in the day; he takes all care from me, and so I feel basely ungrateful not to value it more.
He said we came here solely on my account, that I was to have perfect rest and all the air I could get. “Your exercise depends on your strength, my dear,”
said he, “and your food somewhat on your appetite; but air you can absorb all the time.” So we took the nursery, at the top of the house.
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What do the author’s details reveal about the character of John?
He is very controlling of his wife.
He is interested in his wife’s opinions.
He is unconcerned with his wife’s activities.
He is selfless and generous toward his wife.
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The details in the passage reveal that John is very controlling of his wife. He dictates her daily schedule and restricts her choices, such as the room they stay in, and he manages her activities closely, suggesting a lack of respect for her autonomy and opinions. While he may seem caring and loving, his behavior indicates a desire to control her rather than genuinely considering her feelings or preferences. Therefore, the most accurate answer is:
He is very controlling of his wife.
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