Tess Flashcards
How does Tess view herself in comparison to the country lads?
She ‘rebuked them’ therefore seeing herself as better which reflects her pride
What key quote shows Tess guilt prior to her killing prince and how does this contrast her family?
‘Self reproach she had not returned sooner’ - this shows a deep contrast to Joan and Jack who care mainly for theirselves
What key quote in phase 1st shows Tess to confront threats despite being scared?
‘A curious fetashstic fear’
What is a key quote using the motif of birds used to compare to Tess by the idea of ‘singing’?
‘Her lips as directed for producing a clear note’ - not only does this portray Alec as predatory as she is following his orders, but typically birds sing to court mates, which in this sense correlates to Alec wanting her to court him/do what he wants
