Discuss Glaspell’s use of
symbolism to aid in a reader’s
understanding of the theme
in
“Trifles”. A) What is/are the play’s
theme(s)? B) Choose one or two of
the prominent symbols in the play
and, citing specific passages,
explain how she employs them
to communicate the overall theme(s)
of the play.
2.) How would you classify the
relationship between women and
men in this play? What statement
about the interactions between the
genders does Glaspell make?
Choose a specific passage from the
play to illustrate your answer.
