1. “the Story of an Hour” by Kate Choplin
Vocabulary in Context
“the Story of an Hour” by Kate Choplin

2. “the Story of an Hour” by Kate Choplin
Forestall: to block, prevent, or delay
Abandonment: the state of having yielded (oneself) to an emotion or feeling
Crying (his wares): advertising merchandise by calling out loud
Tumultuously: confusedly, frantically or violently
Absolutely: unrestrained; not limited by expectations
Elixir: a substance or mixture believed to be a cure-all for disorders; a solution believed to prolong human life indefinitely
Riot: wild abandon; an uprising; a free-for-all
Importunities: urgent requests or demands
Gripsack: a small suitcase

3. Multiple Choice Answers
3 – D
4 – B
5 – D
6 – D
7 – C
8 – C
9 – A
10 – B