Part 1
Read Trifles (Abcarian 963-975).
Answer the eight (8) “For Analysis” questions on Abcarian 975-976 in at least 250 words.
“For Analysis” Questions:
What is the meaning of the title? Glaspell titled a short-story version of the play “A Jury of Her Peers.” Is that a better title than Trifles? Explain.
What are the major differences between Mrs. Hale and Mrs. Peters?
At one point, Mrs. Peters tells Mrs. Hale a childhood story about a boy who killed her kitten. Why is she reminded of this event? What does it tell us about her reaction to the Wrights’ marriage?
Which of the two women undergoes the most noticeable character development? Explain.
In what ways do the relationships between the two couples–Mrs. Hale and Mrs. Peters, and Henry Peters and Lewis Hale–change by the end of the play?
Do Henry Peters and Lewis Hale change in the course of the play?
Why are the men unable to see the clues that become obvious to the women?
Can you suggest why Mrs. Wright is the only one identified by her birth name.
Part 2
DISCUSSION POST: PART 1 INSTRUCTIONS:
Watch the following staging of Trifles:
After watching the staging of Trifles above, reply to this discussion post and describe how the video you watched compared to how you imagined the play while you were reading (in at least 5 sentences). Remember, when we read dramas we need to read like directors.
HERE ARE SOME THINGS TO CONSIDER:
How did you picture the setting? The characters?
Pay attention to the blocking (the characters’ physical movements and proximity to each other).
Which scenes were significant in the play? Did the actors interpret them in the way that you imagined?
What were some key similarities and differences between what you imagined while reading in comparison to what you saw in the video.
Before we dive into a deeper analysis of the play, it will be helpful to consider and identify all of the interpretations we made as readers.
DISCUSSION POST: PART 2 INSTRUCTIONS:
Search online (YouTube is a great option) for another staging of Trifles that you think accurately reflects the content (the actual words) of the play as well as the “spirit” of the play (the feelings that you think the playwright wanted to convey).
Provide the URL for your video as well as a brief explanation of why you think your staging captures the content and “spirit” of the play.
Your explanation should be at least 250 words
Part 3
Review the other pdf below titled Logic in trifles
Review the play and identify at least three (3) examples of logic that you plan to analyze in your essay and briefly explain why chose each one.Remember, syllogisms are used to break down and analyze sound logical arguments. In contrast, logical fallacies are errors in logical thinking.
Pick the logical concepts that will help you support your thesis.
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