english exam sem 2 pt. 2 Jane eyre Flashcards
(30 cards)
what does Gateshead symbolize
life at this place will be dark before starting a new life
what does Thornfield symbolize
life at this place will have joy and challenges
what does Lowood symbolize
life at this place will be dreary
what does Marsh End symbolize
life at this place will be a relief before moving onto a happier place
what does Ferndean symbolize
life at this place represents a new beginning of growth and happiness
what point of view is Jane Eyre written from
Jane Eyre, as an adult, is looking back on her life telling the story: a flashback
Charlotte Bronte wrote Jane Eyre in what century
the 19th century
Before Jane leaves Gateshead, she tells Mrs. Reed that…
she will tell everyone at Lowood how deceitful and cruel Mrs. Reed is
Mr. Brocklehurst is described as…
black pillar, features were large… frame equally harsh and prim, a great nose… large prominent teeth
At Lowood, what does Mr. Brocklehurst accuse Jane of doing
deceit
When Jane looks out the window at Lowood and says, “I am tired of the routine of 8 years in one afternoon” what is symbolic about her gazing out the window
looking through the window represents Jane’s desire for new adventures beyond Lowood
Helen Burns accepts suffering patiently because she believes she will…
be rewarded in heaven
Jane admits to Helen that she deeply desires…
the love of human beings
what is engraved on Helens gravestone
resurgam- I shall rise again
Grace Pool is
Is Edward Rochester’s wife’s caregiver and is paid more than any of the other
who does Jane believe started the fire in Mr. Rochester’s room
Grace Pool
what advise does Grace Pool give Jane
bolt her door before she goes to sleep
Blanch Ingram…
wanted to marry Rochester for his money; is a detested (very hated) governess; was unhappy with what the gypsy told her
Berthas first attempt to burn Thornfield by setting Rochester’s room on fire…
signifies that she represents uncontrollable passion
when Mrs. Reed is dying, she…
gives Jane a letter from her uncle Eyre asking to adopt her
when is the climax of the book
when Rochester and Janes wedding is interrupted and they find out Rochester has a wife
St. John does not pursue a relationship with Rosamond Oliver because…
he feels he must deny his human desires to become closer to god
who was the first woman to show Jane love
Mrs. Temple
Mr. Rochester is
grim and moody
