[The three brothers continue to brag about their day and their “great” deeds as hunters. After much laughing and sharing, they turn their attention to their sister.]

OLDEST BROTHER. How was your day, sister?

SECOND BROTHER. Yes, tell us about your day, sister. What did you do?

LITTLE LISTENER. My day was quiet. I gathered wood, food, and plants. I made a fire and cooked our meal. Now let us eat.

END OF ACT 2, SCENE 1

Critical Viewing: Setting How does the setting of this painting compare to how you imagine the setting of the play?

Critical Viewing: Setting How does the setting of this painting compare to how you imagine the setting of the play?

Indian Camp, Eanger Irving Couse (1866–1936), oil on canvas.