Ambiguity In The Governess

In chapter 6, the governess is sitting by the lake with Flora and consciously confirming the normality of the day. Ironically right when she said “There was no ambiguity in anything; none whatever” she actually sees the ghost of Mrs. Jessel across the lake. This quote directly relates with the motif of ambiguity because it helps to reinforce the uncertainty the governess has about the paranormal occurences she experiences at the Bly residence. Right when the governess dismisses her feelings of suspicion she sees the abnormal therefore, heightening her confusion and lack of clarity.