Mae’s Comments (group member since Feb 04, 2022)

Mae’s comments from the AP Literature and Composition (SHHS) group.

I feel like if Edna did not have family money, and if Mr. Pontellier were not wealthy, Edna would not feel as inclined to leave her family. Considering the time period, if she would have made a full break, she would not have been able to get a high-paying job to be able to support herself. So, her being able to leave Mr. Pontellier and go off on her own are signs of her privilege and status. This concept can be seen in today's society because many people stay in relationships because of financial confines, especially women. In controlling and manipulative relationships, one spouse is financially dependent on the other, making it extremely hard to leave for the other because if they do, they will not have access to any money. Edna's wealth is important in this short story because she would not be able to leave without it.