Analyze how the ambiguity created by the narrator’s unreliable perspective impacts a thematic interpretation of the story. Consider the following questions:
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How does the narrator’s mental state affect her reliability?
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In what ways does the ambiguity challenge the reader’s understanding of reality versus perception?
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What implications does this have for the portrayal of mental illness and gender roles?
Then, consider how your answer to these questions reflects a message or theme for the story.