Question

which of the following statements describe gothic elements in \the yellow wallpaper\ that reflect social attitudes? check the three boxes that apply.
the narrator talks lovingly and at length about her baby, implying that supernatural elements are at work.
the image of the woman behind the bars suggests the theme of male expectations as a prison from which she cannot escape.
the husband’s treatment of his wife is based on the assumption that she is weak and frail, like a damsel in distress.
the \cure\ prescribed by the male doctor causes, rather than cures, the narrator’s mental problems.
the narrator’s room is a former nursery and playroom, which heightens mystery and suspense.
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Explanation:

• The image of the woman behind the bars reflects the social attitude of male expectations as a prison.
• The husband's treatment based on the assumption of his wife being weak reflects social attitudes.
• The "cure" prescribed by the male doctor causing mental problems reflects social attitudes (male - dominated medical and social views).

Answer:

• The image of the woman behind the bars suggests the theme of male expectations as a prison from which she cannot escape.
• The husband's treatment of his wife is based on the assumption that she is weak and frail, like a damsel in distress.
• The "cure" prescribed by the male doctor causes, rather than cures, the narrator's mental problems.