Question

in part two of trifles, what symbolic impact is made when susan glaspell includes quilting as a part of mrs. wrights lifestyle? it reinforces the idea that mrs. wright fulfilled many of the roles considered common for women during this time. it characterizes mrs. wright as someone who truly enjoyed the domestic duties expected of women during this time. it casts doubt on the idea that mrs. wright could have killed her husband by making her appear innocent and content. it heightens the tension by creating a scene of domestic bliss that would conflict with the murder being investigated.

Explanation:

In the early 20th - century (the time period of the play), quilting was a common domestic activity for women. By including quilting as part of Mrs. Wright's lifestyle, it shows that she conformed to the traditional female roles of that era. There is no indication in the play that she truly enjoyed domestic duties (in fact, her isolation and unhappiness are hinted at). Also, the play does not use the quilting to create a scene of domestic bliss (her home is described as cold and uninviting in many ways), and it does not cast doubt on her guilt as the play later reveals motives related to her unhappy marriage.

Answer:

It reinforces the idea that Mrs. Wright fulfilled many of the roles considered common for women during this time.