It means vigil in english
The correct answer to the question among all the given choices is "that she neglected her daughter." This is what <span>causes the mother so much guilt in the short story "i stand here ironing." </span>Thank you for posting your question. I hope that this answer helped you. Let me know if you need more help.
Answer:
On the threshold of the prison-door, she repelled him, by an action marked with natural dignity and force of character, and stepped into the open air, as if by her own free-will.
Explanation:
It surprised people because the dance was much slower and smoother than usual.