Posted by Kristi Vang (67.174.158.14) on July 11, 2005 at 4:56:31 p.m.:
In Reply to: Re: Question One: The Awakening posted by Katie Hartman on July 11, 2005 at 4:39:08 p.m.:
Katie,
I agree with you that Adele is taking on the role of a more traditional wife. Edna is much more independant, and has a awakening sexuality to her character. I disagree with you in that I think Robert has more spirit than you might give him credit for. Mr. Pontellier, in my opinion, takes his wife, Edna, for granted and his role as the man of the house.
Kristi
>Edna is by far the more independent one. She refuses to be the traditional housewife living in her husband's shadow. Adele on the other hard sees no other option, but to live in her husband's shadow and be the perfect housewife. Edna depicts a much more outgoing, sexual character. Opposed to Adele as the reserved wife. Mr. Pontellier takes his wife and his position as the man of the house for granted. He gets upset when Edna does not do her usueal chores, such as returning someones letter or phone call. He is much more of a traditional husband then Robert who is the younger man. Robert does not own a buisness or have a family. Robert goes where he thinks he can find work and money.