"The Possibility of Evil" Flashcard

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What is the main conflict in 'The Possibility of Evil'?

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The main conflict is person vs. society.

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How does Miss Strangeworth feel about her role in the town?

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She feels entitled to treat the townspeople poorly because her family has been in town a long time, and she feels like she owns it.

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What happens to Miss Strangeworth's roses?

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Someone destroys Miss Strangeworth's beloved roses as a form of revenge for her awful deeds.

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What does Miss Strangeworth say to Mrs. Crane about her baby?

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Miss Strangeworth says the baby is normal and fine.

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What is the significance of the color of envelopes and paper Miss Strangeworth uses?

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The colors are the same as the paper everyone else uses, allowing her to hide her letter writing better.

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What motivates Miss Strangeworth to write her letters?

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She believes she is protecting the town by exposing its evils.

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How does the community respond to Miss Strangeworth's actions?

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The community ultimately retaliates against her by destroying her roses.

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What theme is explored through Miss Strangeworth's character?

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The theme of hypocrisy and the duality of human nature.

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What literary device is prominent in 'The Possibility of Evil'?

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Irony, particularly situational irony, as Miss Strangeworth sees herself as a protector while causing harm.

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How does Miss Strangeworth's perception of herself differ from how others see her?

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She sees herself as a moral guardian, while others view her as a malicious figure.