Ch12

Question 1

Quote showing a stark juxtaposition between danger and nature

Answer 1

The serpent hisses where the sweet birds sing

Question 2

“The serpent hisses where the sweet birds sing” analysis

Answer 2

-Stark juxtaposition showing the corruption of innocence and the presence of danger in places/situations that are idyllic/pastoral
-Edenic imagery,Perfect world can conceal underlying threats echoing the biblical fall of man
-Line is a microcosm of Tess’s experience as an innocent woman in a world that appears beautiful but is inherently threatening,pastoral landscape is complicit in her downfall

Question 3

Quote showing Alec believing money can solve issue and linking to Catholic Church

Answer 3

I am ready to pay the uttermost farthing

Question 4

Quote showing Tess linking to her unconsentual branding

Answer 4

See how you’ve mastered me

Question 5

Significant quote from man painting bible verses

Answer 5

Thou shalt not commit

Question 6

Significance of “thou shalt not commit” from phase 2

Answer 6

The fact that the sentence doesn’t end leaves it for interpretation,could be murder,could be adultery.She doesn’t see the end as she can’t bear to or because she hasn’t committed murder yet

Question 7

What is the significance of the man writing bible verses on her walk back

Answer 7

-These act a visual accusatory presence echoing Victorian society’s own moral judgement
-He represents religious hypocrisy,failing to offer comfort or redemption,only judgement.Hes a human agent of judgement