Ch28

Question 1

Quote showing emotional passion vs conscience

Answer 1

“Two ardent hearts against one poor little conscience”

Question 2

Analysis of “two ardent hearts against one poor little conscience”

Answer 2

-Suggests emotional passion is natural,strong and compelling whereas conscience as constructed by society is fragile
-Symbolises struggle between natural Impulses and social codes
-Shows burning passion and desire for Angel in contrast to her own guilt

Question 3

Does Tess decide to marry Angel

Answer 3

Yes

Question 4

Analysis of decision to marry Angel

Answer 4

-Symbolises triumph of emotion over conscience and her guilt from social virtues
-Narration makes it clear that Tess’s decision was driven as an emotional surrender due to her need for love and belonging
-Foreshadows his and her later pain as decision is irrational

Question 5

Does Tess decide to marry Angel

Answer 5

Yes