Some diseases, like the common cold, are transmitted very easily, while others require transmission of tainted blood between vic
tims. What can we infer about the ease of transmission of scarlet fever, in light of Beth’s illness, and the precautions that Hannah insists on taking after her diagnosis? It is easily spread and can be deadly.
The meaning of Gwendolen's words is that she is against the traditional idea that women are the ones who should stay at home to be in charge of the domestic duties. She shows that women might have a position of power and that men can stay at home.
The literary technique used is Paradox because Gwendolen proposes a reversal of the traditional and well-known ideas.
