Act 5 Scene 2 and epilogue Flashcards
Which scene does this one mirror?
Mirrors 1:1 as it shows Faustus’ tragic fall as he has gone from being an esteemed scholar to a desperate and hopeless man
What device is used in ‘O, he stays my tongue’?
Apostrophe highlights his desperation as he is physically prevented by the devils to repent
What device is used in ‘Mountains and hills, come, come and fall in me/ And hide me from the heavy wrath of God’?
The imperatives display his helplessness as he can’t exert power over the universe. He tries to save himself as he takes the Good Angels words
How is Faustus represented in ‘I’ll burn my books. Ah, Mephistopheles’?
He tries to save himself in his last moment as he decides to change his ways and return to religion whilst being seized by the devils - inevitable fate. Represents Renaissance search for knowledge to being compatible with Christian value.
What can be inferred in ‘Cut is the branch that might have grown full straight’ ?
Shows how’s Faustus’ desire for godly power was unnatural and led to his vast potential being wasted - cautionary tale
