In "the chrysanthemums," how are elisa and the chrysanthemums similar?
a. they are underdeveloped and not allowed to grow to their full potential.
b. they are shoved into the background and not allowed to take center stage.
c. they have strength and beauty, but they are unable to leave their home.
d. they are adored by the men in their lives and allowed to do whatever they want.

C.They have strength and beauty, but they are unable to leave their home.

In "The Chrysanthemums," Elisa is an unhappy woman. Although her husband is not an unkind man, he does not value her enough. He does not believe her to be very intelligent, and she is always relegated to the background. Moreover, he is not a loving partner. Elisa feels trapped in her life, and her only pleasure are her chrysantemums. Just like Elisa, the flowers are strong and beautiful, but they are trapped in her home.

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