Miss Ingram and Friends Visit Thornfield Flashcards
1
Q
finish this quote: “Coffee is handed.”
A
“The ladies since the gentlemen entered, have become lively as larks; conversation waxes brisk and merry. colonel Dent and Mr Eshton argue on politics; and their wives listen”
2
Q
what is the purpose of this extract?
A
- uses Jane’s development in maturity
- highlight self-discipline derived from Lowood when looked down upon for Governess position
3
Q
how is the use of punctuation effective?
A
- semi-colon, two clauses share the same topic
- “and their wives listen”
- chosen to be added on at the end
- relevant to patriarchal society
- simple expectation of women
4
Q
what techniques are used?
A
- repeated bird imagery through similie
- emphasise superficiality of situation to illustrate flamboyant appearances
- only purpose to attract eyes to beauty
- purposefully displays upper-class position
5
Q
what are other quotes about the visitors of Thornfield which use bird imagery?
A
- ladies described as “a flock of white plumy birds”
- Amy Eshton “chatters like a wren”
6
Q
why is it written in past tense?
A
-Jane Rochester still feels pain and humiliation
