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In "The Story of An Hour," Mrs. Mallard has a sense of foreboding that something is coming to her, but she can't name it. In actuality, her husband is not death, and his reappearance brings about her own death.

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Where did the term mallard come from as describing the 100 dollar bill?

Mallard Iowa


Is the word mallard a proper noun?

No, the noun 'mallard' is a common noun, a general word for a type of duck.


What is ironic about the doctor's interpretation of the cause fo Mrs mallard's death the joy that kills?

In "The Story of an Hour" by Kate Chopin, the doctor's proclamation that Mrs. Mallard has died of "the joy that kills" is ironic, because the reader knows that it is the exact opposite. Mrs. Mallard was actually feeling free and excited about her new life after the death of her husband, and finding that he was still alive was shocking because she was robbed of that new life.


When Mrs Mallard reflect that is was only yesterday she had thought with a shudder that life might be long she becomes aware of the irony that she?

When Mrs. Mallard reflects on her previous thoughts about life being long, she realizes the irony of her situation: she had dreaded a long life filled with the constraints of her marriage, yet now, with her husband's death, she feels a profound sense of freedom. This moment highlights her internal conflict and the societal expectations placed upon her as a woman. The irony lies in her newfound joy and sense of liberation at a time when one would typically mourn. It underscores the complex emotions surrounding love, loss, and the desire for autonomy.


Can you use the word decoy in a sentence?

A carved, painted duck may be used as a decoy by hunters to lure real ducks for the hunters to shoot. Some evangelists may use as a decoy, a religious pamphlet that looks like paper money on one side, but has a religious message on the other side.

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What was Mrs mallard waiting for fearfully?

Mrs. Mallard was waiting fearfully for the news of her husband's death to be confirmed. She experienced a mix of emotions, including shock and confusion, as she grappled with the implications of her newfound freedom.


What event is foreshadowed in the first paragraph in The Story of an Hour?

In "The Story of an Hour," the first paragraph foreshadows the death of Louise Mallard's husband, Brently Mallard, as it is revealed that Louise has a heart condition and experiences a mix of conflicting emotions upon hearing the news of his passing.


Which event is foreshadowed the first paragraph of The Story of an Hour?

Mrs. Mallard's death


Which event is foreshadowed in the first paragraph in The Story of An Hour?

In the first paragraph of "The Story of an Hour," Mrs. Mallard's heart condition is mentioned, foreshadowing her eventual death upon realizing her husband is still alive. This creates a sense of irony and sets the stage for the dramatic turn of events in the story.


Where is the Mallard Public Library in Mallard located?

The address of the Mallard Public Library is: 609 Inman, Mallard, 50562 0248


What is the birth name of Rob Mallard?

Rob Mallard's birth name is Edward Robertson Mallard.


Can mallard ducks see at night?

Ducks will sometimes quack at night but usually it is only to tell you that they need something or that something is wrong.


Do mallard ducks eat other mallard ducks?

No.


Is a mallard a wading bird?

A mallard is not a wading bird, like a heron or stork. A mallard is a duck and considered to be a waterfowl.


What is a female mallard duck called?

A female mallard is called a Susie :)


How tall is Rob Mallard?

Rob Mallard is 6' 1".


When was Mariana Mallard created?

Mariana Mallard was created in 1894.