The setting for the possibility of evil is a quaint town.
The Possibility of Evil was created in 1965.
Without evil there would be no good. The opposites are needed.
the roses are a symbol of the townspeople
Miss Strangeworth uses anonymous letters to subtly warn people about the possibility of evil in the town by dropping hints and insinuations in her correspondence. She believes that by sending these letters, she is fulfilling her duty to protect her community from potential harm.
Judgemental, or pessimistic.
Im sure its a great song
Literary Techniques: suspense, foreshadowing, situational and dramatic
The moral of "The Possibility of Evil" by Shirley Jackson is that evil can exist in unexpected places, and that people should not judge others based solely on appearances or reputation. It also serves as a cautionary tale about the consequences of spreading rumors and gossip.
Essentially, you need one to even have the possibility of the other. Without evil, good would not exist and vise versa.
In the story "The Possibility of Evil" by Shirley Jackson, the most surprising ending is when the seemingly sweet and charming protagonist, Miss Strangeworth, is revealed to be the author of the malicious anonymous letters that she sends to her neighbors. The twist highlights the duality of human nature and the idea that evil can exist in unexpected places.
Miss Strangeworth is a static character in "The Possibility of Evil" as she remains largely unchanged throughout the story. She maintains her self-righteous attitude and malicious behavior without experiencing significant personal growth or change.
In "The Possibility of Evil," the exposition sets the stage by introducing the seemingly perfect small town of Maple Street and its seemingly perfect resident, Miss Adela Strangeworth. It establishes a sense of normalcy and routine before gradually revealing the dark secrets and hidden evil lurking beneath the surface of the town and its inhabitants.