"She would not cry many tears at leaving the Stores." (pg. 219)
What in Eveline's present circumstances makes it desirable for her to escape her home? Characterize her father and Miss Gavan.
Eveline is a lower class worker. Her father is abusive. Although he has not physically hurt her, he threatens to, and he verbally abusive. Miss Gavan is Eveline's supervisor, and she does not show her any respect. Eveline has no chance of moving up if she stays in the Stores. Frank is an opportunity to make something of her life.
What does the memory of the mother contribute to her decision to leave?
When Eveline thinks of her mother's death, she panics with the need to escape. However, before that memory, she contemplates the promise she made to her mother to keep the family together as long as she could. In the end, this promise helps Eveline make the decision to stay with her father.
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