Question

Question about the book Ethan Frome In the Prologue, which element correctly describes the effect produced by Mrs. Hale’s reserve about Ethan’s smash-up?

Answer 1

"On the way to the train station, Ethan takes Mattie to Shadow Pond where they first fell in love with each other. At the top of School House Hill, they find a sled and go sledding, successfully swerving, just missing the elm tree at the bottom of the hill. Before taking the sled down the hill again, Mattie tells Ethan that she would sooner die than to live without him. They agree that death would be better than living apart. With the intention of committing suicide, Mattie and Ethan head straight for the elm tree at the bottom of the hill. The suicide attempt fails. Mattie is taken to Mrs. Ned Hale's house to be cared for after the "smash-up" and Ethan is taken to the minister's house. Ethan and Mattie are taken to the Frome farmhouse when they are physically able and are cared for by Zeena. Despite injuries from the smash-up, including a permanent limp, Ethan manages to support the three of them by resuming working on the farm and in the sawmill."

Answer 2

That last paragraph better answers your question

Answer 3

"Mrs. Ned Hale's house to be cared for after the "smash-up" and Ethan is taken to the minister's house"

Answer 4

Thank you! I was thinking flashback, but now that I know what a frame story is, I believe you are right. :)

Answer 5

Do you think you could help with one more?
4. Which word best describes the atmosphere, or mood, of the Prologue and Chapter I?
A. jolly
B. comfortable
C. severe
D. superstitious

Answer 6

@misssunshinexxoxo

Answer 7

Please kindly post as a new question thank you