Hills Like White Elephants
Endings Prediction
Prediction(s)
to have the abortion
to not to have the abortion
to end their relationship
baby died in the womb
to have the abortion
In this conclusion, the woman ultimately agrees to have the
procedure despite her initial hesitation. The man's insistence
that she have an abortion and his vow to care for her could
have influenced her choice. The couple's boarding of the train
immediately after their conversation implies that they have
made a decision and are leaving the station behind. This ending
could be seen as a commentary on the difficulties and
complexities of reproductive choice, as well as the power
dynamics in relationships.
to not have the abortion
Despite the man's insistence, the woman ultimately decides not to
undergo the procedure in this conclusion. Her hesitation and desire to
continue the conversation, as opposed to merely agreeing with the
man, could have influenced her decision. The couple's immediate
boarding of the train after their conversation may indicate that they
are putting the conversation behind them and continuing on with
their lives without making a decision. This conclusion may be
interpreted as a comment on the significance of individual agency
and decision-making, as well as the complexities of interpersonal
relationships.
to end their relationship
In this ending, the stress and friction in the talk cause the pair to
recognise that they're not compatible and decide to split ways. The
fact that the couple is never named and seems to have a somewhat
casual relationship supports this interpretation. The decision to leave
the station and the dialogue behind could signal that they're ready to
move on with their lives separate from each other. This ending could
be interpreted as a statement on the intricacies and difficulties of
relationships, as well as the power of communication in
understanding oneself and one's spouse.
baby died in the womb
In this ending, the couple may have originally been considering
whether or not to have an abortion, but after learning of the baby's
death, they are forced to confront the reality of their situation in a
different way. The woman's drinking of beer with her partner
beforehand could be seen as a contributing factor to the baby's
death, and could add an element of guilt or regret to the story.