The notes of a distant song which some one was singing reached her faintly, and countless sparrows were twittering in the eaves" (Paragraph 5). ... On most spring days, people are in high spirits and enjoying the outdoors, allowing the wonderful weather to ease troubles. ... Mallard is ironic because she did not act very sad at the news that her husband no longer lived. ...

• Word Count: 794
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School