On every side it sat like a lid on the mountains...
The setting feels isolated and closed in.
On every side it sat like a lid on the mountains...
That she feels trapped by her surroundings
Interactions with other characters.
That she feels trapped by her surroundings.
The setting feels isolated and closed in. (Answer for apex)
Elisa feels trapped in "The Chrysanthemums" because she is constrained by societal expectations that limit her role to being a wife and homemaker. She longs for opportunities to express her creativity and intellect, but she is confined to a narrow domestic sphere, leading to feelings of frustration and emotional confinement.
She still has feelings... But it is trapped down inside her heart looking for a way out... If you can help her to get that feeling, you need to make her feel really special to you
The description of the Salinas Valley as a closed pot mirrors Elisa's own feelings of being trapped and confined in her life. Just as the valley is enclosed and unable to freely release its energy, Elisa also feels stifled and constrained in her role as a woman in society. This imagery emphasizes her desire for freedom and longing for fulfillment beyond her limited existence.
In "The Pearl" by John Steinbeck, the appearance of the ants foreshadows the destructive and pervasive nature of greed. The ants quickly swarm towards the pearl, symbolizing how greed can attract negative consequences and ultimately lead to destruction. This imagery hints at the dire consequences that Kino will face as his obsession with the pearl grows.
Separated from the outside world, Elisa has a few human connections.(For those apex learners)
No it is not, Trapped is a noun :)
The entries in this excerpt from Anne's diary span from January 1944 to March 1944. During this time, Anne's perspective has evolved from feeling trapped and isolated to gaining a sense of hope and maturity. She shows more self-awareness and understanding of the world around her, despite the challenges she faces. Her writing reflects a deeper emotional and intellectual growth.
They actually are not trapped anymore, they were pulled out yesterday. But, they were trapped underground in Chile.