Which best explains why the author reveals a moment of epiphany for Mrs. Pontellier in the excerpt? The author is introducing the reader to the character of Mademoiselle Reisz as part of the novel’s exposition. The author is describing Mrs. Pontellier’s reaction to the music of Mademoiselle Reisz as part of the falling action. The author is developing Mrs. Pontellier’s internal conflict as part of the novel’s rising action. The author is illustrating Mrs. Pontellier’s solution to the novel’s main problem as part of the resolution.