The youngster was in his long white nightgown, that kept tripping him up as Madame Ratignolle led him along by the hand. With the other chubby fist he rubbed his eyes, which were heavy with sleep and ill humor. Edna took him in her arms, and seating herself in the rocker, began to coddle and caress him, calling him all manner of tender names, soothing him to sleep. –The Awakening, Kate Chopin Which of the following statements describes what the author’s style accomplishes in this passage? Check the two best choices.
It provides realistic details to help the reader visualize the scene.
It demonstrates how Edna feels about her children in a realistic, motherly way.
It reveals the author’s attitude toward Edna as a realistic mother. It defends Edna against previous criticism of her role as a realistic mother.