When mrs. mallard retreats to her room, the author describes the scene outside her window: ". . the tops of trees that were all aquiver with the new spring life." what does this symbolize?

Mrs. Mallard's excitement at the prospect of a new life.

Explanation:

The narrator tells us that, when Mrs. Mallard went to her room, she saw the tops of the trees which were all aquiver with the new spring. This spring is a symbol that represents the newfound liberty of Mrs. Mallard. It also conveys her excitement at the prospect of a new life, now that her husband has died and she has become independent.

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