April Showers
What can the reader infer regarding Dr. Dace walking Theodora home from the train?
Dr. Dace understands how Theodora is feeling.
What can the reader infer regarding Uncle James's suggestion for Theodora's next book?
He cares only for sanitation.
What is the detail about Kathleen Kyd's life which doesn't fit Theodora's idealistic view of being a writer?
Kathleen Kyd married a dentist named Wollop.
What does the phrase "unfortunate accident" refer to?
Kathleen Kyd's novel has the same title as Theodora's.
Why does Theodora hope her novel will sell?
She wants to make money to help her family.
What is a predecessor?
a person who comes before
Commiseration means
feelings of sympathy.
In April Showers, Theodora's anticipation results in
her forgetting her everyday responsibilities.
A harassing person uses
intimidation.
What tone does Wharton express regarding Theodora with the statement, "she didn't see how authors could live if they were kept waiting more than a week"?
irritation
The magazine editor's attitude toward Theodora can be described as
lacking concern for her feelings.
Theodora thinks it is okay to forget her chores because
she believes novel will make money for her family.
Interrogation means
to be questioned.
Dastardly means
unscrupulous.
Admonitory means to
warn.
