Question

Joyce develops his theme of paralysis in “eveline” by having eveline’s jealous coworkers thwart her plans to build a better life in a foreign country. true false

Answer 1

False. Paralysis is a common theme in Dubliners, and poor Eveline finds herself unable to move forward. She lacks the courage and strength to make that leap that will free her of her oppressive situation. It's not her coworkers holding her back.