my last duchess Flashcards
1
Q
title
A
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2
Q
line 1-5
A
- warning
- portrait captures authenticity
- a question with no answer
3
Q
line 6-13
A
- seductress
- never answer the question
- possessive
4
Q
line 13-21
A
- psychopathic character traits
- jealous and possessive
- inappropriate behaviour
- mocks painter
- she thinks its polite
5
Q
line 21-31
A
- she is naive
- warning
- “too” : intensifier
- anger
- contemptuous of her pleasure
- offended at a lack of exclusivity
6
Q
line 31-35
A
- infers unfaithfulness
- distance between wife and duke
- beneath his dignity
7
Q
line 35-46
A
- not sufficient in speech
- irony : self-depreciation
- beneath his dignity and title
- angered at no discrimination
- menacing tone
- many rhetorical questions : implying frivolous behaviour
- believes he killed the duchess
- no empathy and remorse
8
Q
line 46-48
A
- controls the portrait
- satisfactory tone
- objectification
- subtle warning
9
Q
line 48-56
A
- negotiations
- large bride price
- delight in possessions
- dictatorial nature
- significance
10
Q
structure
A
- conversational
- direct speech : used to mock
- enjambment : relentless rage, controlling nature
11
Q
rhythm
A
- slow : significance
- natural speech patterns
12
Q
mood
A
- anger
- warning
- satisfaction
