discreet- careful and circumspect in one's speech or actions, especially in order to avoid causing offense or to gain an advantage.
"we made some discreet inquiries"
No, because you wouldn’t be tidy. Therefore, you’re don’t have a pleasing appearance so you wouldn’t want to stay.
If I'm understanding you correctly (sorry, I'm new at this) It sounds like you are describing an accident that either didn't actually happen, or was minor compared to what could have happened. I would call this a "near miss" or "close call"
Explanation:
For example: I had a near miss today when a dog ran out in front of me.
Or: He had a close call when his foot almost slipped over the edge of the cliff.
Answer:
Hope
Explanation:
The symbolism of the blue sky which occur both in her reminiscence as a young girl, and now, as she looks out the window symbolize hope.
The blue sky appear just after Mrs. Mallard was told about the death of her husband, This simply symbolize hope in her new situation.
Mrs. Mallard who had longed for her life to end, thinking there wouldn't be any improvement but limitations. Now that end seems full of hope.
Mrs. Mallard has lived for several years under the same gloom of monotony, hoping that life will improve for better. The clouds begin to break just as Mrs. Mallard's situation changes, symbolizing the hope she feels for brighter days ahead.
