Which sentence best describes the root of ruth's unhappiness? a. she wishes she could run away but is dedicated to her family. b. she wants to be a gardener but does not have her own backyard. c. she wants to be a doctor but has no money to pay for school. d. she wants another child but is unable to get pregnant

The correct answer is A.

During the play Ruth is shown as a very unhappy and pessimistic character. Besides being the typical housewife, she also has to work in white houses as a maid. She lives with her husband and his family in a small, cramped house and is very dissatisfied with her situation.

Still, she stays and works because she is worried for her family and their economic situation. She even considers aborting against her own will to not put more financial pressure on her family members.

c, his tragic flaw to cause his downfall