1. Reread the opening paragraphs of "A Jury of Her Peers." What techniques did Glaspell use to grab your attention? In your opinion, were these techniques successful? Why or why not? Use specific examples from the text and explain why they were effective, or offer examples of what she might have done differently. 2. Describe at least one way that Mrs. Hale and Mrs. Peters have changed between the opening and ending of the story. In your opinion, is this enough of a change to make the ending feel interesting and significant? Why or why not?
3. Reread the last sentence of "A Jury of Her Peers." Why do you think Glaspell chose this sentence as the last line? Does the sentence have another possible meaning, beyond its literal meaning? Give your opinion on this choice for a last line.