Question

analyze a symbol
what is the symbolic significance of mr. wright killing mrs. wrights bird?
○ the bird represents mrs. wrights singing ability; mr. wright suppressed his wifes ambitions to sing professionally.
○ the bird represents mrs. wrights role as a mother; mr. wright killed his wifes desire to have children.
○ the bird represents peace; mr. wright destroyed the peace of the household by constantly fighting with his wife.
○ the bird represents mrs. wright when she was young and happy; mr. wright destroyed his wifes joyful spirit.

Explanation:

This question refers to Susan Glaspell's Trifles. The bird symbolizes the youthful, joyful spirit of Minnie Foster (Mrs. Wright) before her marriage to the oppressive Mr. Wright. His killing of the bird mirrors his destruction of her happiness and freedom.

Answer:

The bird represents Mrs. Wright when she was young and happy; Mr. Wright destroyed his wife's joyful spirit.