Part one of term paper
In the short story, "The Storm," Kate Chopin uses the setting to illuminate the theme. The development of the storm parallels the development of the love affair between Calixta and Alcee. Like a storm, which is a passing occurrence, so is the love affair between Calixta and Alcee. Just as the storm suddenly develops, Alcee suddenly pursues ...

Part two of term paper
... away from their home and Calixta. The storm's intensity is foreshadowed. Bobinot explains to his son that something threatening is approaching. He "called the child's attention to certain sombre clouds that were rolling with sinister intention from the west, accompanied by a sullen, threatening roar [p146]." What the two of them do not know is that not only is a physical storm looming but also a disturbance to their family. In the beginning of section two, it becomes dark and rain begins to fall ...