Question

Which excerpt from The Awakening best illustrates the idea that self-determination can lead to isolation?

Answer 1

There was no human being whom she wanted near her except Robert; and she even realized that the day would come when he, too, and the thought of him would melt out of her existence, leaving her alone. The water was chill, but she walked on. 

Answer 2

There was no human being whom she wanted near her except Robert; and she even realized that the day would come when he, too, and the thought of him would melt out of her existence, leaving her alone. The water was chill, but she walked on.