Question
Which of the following best explains Sylvia’s decision to remain silent about the location of the white heron at the end of the story?
A She plans to find and capture the white heron herself once she realizes the monetary value the bird’s feathers have for the fashion industry
B Although she finds the young man appealing and would like the monetary reward he offers, she ultimately feels more loyalty to the heron
C She remains silent because her grandmother forbids her to speak about the whereabouts of the bird and she does not want to displease her grandmother
D She has determined to frustrate and undermine the young man in every way possible and delights in the opportunity to deny him the information he seeks
This question is taken from English 2070 – American Literature from the Late 19th Century to the Present » Spring 2022 » Sarah Orne Jewett, A White Heron Quiz
