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1. How does Molly realize that her husband has arrived and what does he do that makes her furious?

Molly is aware that her husband has arrived when she notices his car parked in the driveway and she becomes furious when she sees that he carelessly ruined one of her rose bushes with the way he parked.

2. Describe how the author portrays the character of Molly and the character of Sam.

The author portrays Molly as a stereotypical housewife who does all of the housework and enjoys gardening. They author portrays Sam as an insensitive and distant man.

3. How does the author use the mist in the story and what may it represent?

The author uses the mist in the story to set the tone and provide contrasts. The mist in the story suggests an uncertainty that something is hidden, but that there is still hope and a chance.

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