In this story by Katharine Weber, a young girl is hired by a couple she has never met before to baby-sit while they go to the movies. They tell her the baby is a very sound sleeper and won’t need to be fed or changed. In addition, that she mustn’t open the door because it squeaks and will wake the baby. As the evening wears on, she becomes curious. She listens at the door and hears nothing. She gently tries the door but it seems locked. When the father drives her home, he asks a question that explains the mystery.
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Analyze how the word choice regarding the parents’ surname is significant to the story? Use textual evidence to justify your response.
Sorry Shaikha, I don’t directly answer what are obviously homework questions. You might think about things normally associated with Winter, how the parents must feel, and what the atmosphere would be like in their house. Both Mr & Mrs Winter are trying to cope with losing their baby. To make it worse, Mrs Winter is in denial and undoubtedly needs psychological help.