Language Flashcards
1
Q
Puns
A
To show the wit of a character
2
Q
The subversion of phrases by Algernon
A
Again to show his intelligence and the hypocrisy that exists
3
Q
Lady Bracknell and her harsh comments
A
The harsh comments of Lady Bracknell to present her as a matriarch and how the old ways were not the best ways
4
Q
Banter
A
The banter between the male characters to show how similar they are, foreshadowing the resolution when it is revealed that they are related
5
Q
Harsh comments
A
The harsh comments dressed in manners for the two young women - showing how they can be jealous and hostile and hide it behind their manners towards each other
