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The Story of An Hour Study Guide
The Story of An Hour is a short story by Kate Chopin. The story was published in 1894, and it spans a one-hour span of time in the life of Mrs. Millard. She has a heart condition, which causes her sister and her husband's friend, Richard, to be extremely concerned about her when the terrible news of her husband's death in a train accident is passed on to her. Read more about this story.

The Story of an Hour Questions for Study & Discussion
The Story of an Hour is one of the greatest works by Kate Chopin. Here are a few questions for study and discussion.

The Story of an Hour Vocabulary
Here's a vocabulary list from The Story of an Hour, by Kate Chopin. Use these terms for reference, study, and discussion.

The Story of An Hour Quotes
What is it about The Story of An Hour that so fascinates the reader? Is it the surprise ending? Is it Mrs. Mallard's initial reaction to the news about her husband? With these quotes, discover how Kate Chopin dramatizes the story of a wife, who discovers the truth about her husband's death. Read on.

The Story of an Hour Characters
The characters in The Story of an Hour are faced with a tragic situation, and we see how they all react. Here's a brief overview of characters, with questions related to characterization.