descriptive prose (dorian)

Question 1

harmonious diction is another important feature that helps with what

Answer 1

•build up the uniqueness of Wildes style

Question 2

what does Wilde depict the environment as

Answer 2

•as if it really exists around us and portrays his characters as if he knows then well

Question 3

Wilde lays much stress on what

Answer 3

•the diction of the setting of the novel
•at the beginning of the novel, he employs the entire first paragraph to describe the picturesque natural environment out of the painting room

Question 4

what kind of phrase does he use to describe the picturesque natural environment

Answer 4

•”the rich odour of roses” and “the light summer wind” to build a relaxed atmosphere for the three characters to appear on the stage

Question 5

how does Wilde display his talent

Answer 5

•by stressing on the form of language & he utilizes chains of beautiful words to construct an aesthetic world for plots to evolve

Question 6

example of form of language

Answer 6

•a peaceful and tranquil dawn is depicted to enhance the evilness and cruelty of Dorian.
•compared to a “perfect pearl” and “nodding lily”, dorian’s heart is heavy as he discards Sibyl ruthlessly
•compared to beauty of “pearl” and “lily, his behavior towards her seems more ugly and cruel

Question 7

harmony of diction also lies in what

Answer 7

•the character portrayal of the novel
•dorian’s appearance constructed the main thread of the novel and the effect of Wildes diction is very strong

Question 8

an extremely handsome young man is presented before us, in Lord Henry’s eyes he has

Answer 8

“finely curved scarlet lips”, “frank blue eyes”, “crisp gold hair” and “passionate purity”

Question 9

what does the laconic diction on the appearance of dorian reflect on

Answer 9

•the authors talent as the “lord of language” and makers it possible to develop the main plot smoothly