"The Landlady" and Other Short Stories

Lamb to the Slaughter

Sample 1: In the story “Lamb to the Slaughter, ”by Roald Dahl the character Patrick develops betrayal. He shows betrayal, his wife who has been nothing but good to and who is 6 months pregnant. He decided that his career is more important. Patrick says “It wouldn’t be any good for my job,” talking about caring for a child. Patrick also tells her that he wanted a divorce and basically says he wants to live alone. He betrayed her because she done everything to please him and the way he wanted it to be done, therefore, when he decided that being married and having a child was to much he just leaves her and the baby.

in Sample 1 which quote from the reading fits the above statement?

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Consider the husband's passive-agressive statement when breaking up with his wife:

“This is going to be a bit of a shock to you, I’m afraid,” he said. “But I’ve thought
about it a good deal and I’ve decided the only thing to do is tell you right away. I hope
you won’t blame me too much.”