Chapter 4 – Meeting of Brocklehurst

Question 1

‘she [Mrs Reed] had drawn a more marked line of separation between me and her own children’
‘once attempted chastisement; but as I instantly turned against him’

Answer 1

This shows from very early stages within the novel that Jane will not conform to the patriarchal structure and be the product of a stereotype

Question 2

They are not fit to associate with me’ (Jane on Reed children)

Answer 2

Portrays further her defiance

Question 3

Do you know where the wicked go after death?

Answer 3

In this sense, Brocklehurst uses religion to enforce discipline through fear