How we cite our quotes:
Quote #4
Kit had known that William was only waiting a propitious time to speak. She had long since decided what her answer would be. As William’s wife she could come and go as she pleased. There would be no more endless drudgery, and she could snap her fingers at a woman like Goodwife Cruff. Besides, William admired her. In spite of the fact that he was often bewildered and scandalized, he was still as infatuated as he had been that first Sabbath morning. Then why did Judith’s teasing always raise this cold little lump of foreboding? (13.19)
Though Kit has decided she will marry William, her heart doesn’t seem to be in it. Why not? How does her decision to marry William go against her earlier ideas about love and marriage?
Quote #5
As if he had heard her, John opened his white lips and made a hoarse sound. “Sir- I-” he attempted. Then, still incredulous, he looked back at Judith. Every trace of pride and haughtiness was wiped from her face. Such utter happiness and trust shone from those blue eyes that John faltered, and in that moment of hesitation he was lost. (13.79)
John intends to propose to Mercy but Judith strong-arms the situation. Through a misunderstanding, John is accidentally engaged not to Mercy but to Judith. Oops. Why doesn’t John object or speak up?
Quote #6
“Does thee love him?”
“How can I tell, Hannah? He is good, and he’s fond of me. Besides,” Kit’s voice was pleading, “If I don’t marry him, how shall I ever escape from my uncle’s house?”
“Bless thee, child!” said Hannah softly. “Perhaps ‘tis the answer. But remember, thee has never escape at all if love is not there. (16.45-47)
How do Hannah and Kit’s views of marriage differ here? Which do you agree with?