2. What in Eveline's present circumstances make it desirable for her to escape her home? Characterize her father and Miss Gavan. What does the memory of her mother contribute to her decision to leave?
Right now Eveline's existence consists of taking care of two children and fighting her Dad for money to feed the family. It's natural for her to want to have a life of her own-she said she is over nineteen. Her mother seemed to have been abused by her father and since her death Eveline has taken over that role. She takes care of kids and is abused by her dad.
Her dad was overprotective.. She was his only daughter and his only provider at this point. Who else would cook Sunday dinner for free? He had to act protective to keep her at home.
Miss Gavan was all about looking the part.. I would imagine that growing up with a brutal father would hinder Eveline to be able to show up on time or to "look lively".
Eveline's memory of her mother kinda prevents her from leaving. She made a promise that she would take care of the family.. and by leaving with Frank, she'd break it.
But then again, I think Eveline left to meet Frank because she didn't want to end up like her mom. Frank offered a new life.
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