"The Story of an Hour"

  At the end of "The Story of an Hour," Louise Mallard dies (according to the doctors) "of heart disease--of joy that kills" (Chopin). Answer the following questions in a short paragraph (5-6 sentences): Was the story's ending unexpected or were you prepared for it? Do you find the ending satisfying? believable? contrived? something else? These are questions of opinion, so please don't worry about being "right" or "wrong." Give your answers to both questions with a brief explanation of WHY you believe what you do. HINT: Offering details from the story will help you support your opinion.