The Importance of Being Earnest Act 1 Flashcards
who is Bunbury
Bunbury is a fictional invalid that Algernon made up as an excuse to go to the country whenever he wishes
who is Ernest?
Ernest is a fictional younger brother that Jack made up as an excuse to visit the city
what is a “bunburyist”?
a bunburyist is someone who uses a secret fictional person’s illness as an excuse to go somewhere or, rather, not go somewhere.
who is Cecily?
Cecily is the granddaughter of the man who adopted Jack. She is under guardianship of Jack and addresses him as “uncle”.
why were there no cucumber sandwiches?
there were no cucumber sandwiches because, despite Lane checking twice, there were no cucumbers available in the market.
How did Algy get out of dining with Lady Bracknell
He claimed that he received a telegram saying that his friend Bunbury is very ill again
What is the name of the woman who is in love with Jack aka Ernest?
Gwendolen
Why doesn’t Lady Bracknell want to play French Music on Saturday?
She says that people think it is improper and either look shocked or laugh when it is played.
Why doesn’t Lady Bracknell want Jack (aka Ernest) to marry Gwendolen?
because he was left in a handbag when he was a baby. Gwendolen was brought up with care and he was left in a cloakroom.
Jack and Algy are always in a battle of…
wits
George Bernard Shaw criticized “The Importance of Being Earnest” for…
lacking substance
What language is Cecily learning?
German
Why does Cecily sometimes think that Jack/ Ernest is not well?
Because he is so serious
How does Miss Prism feel about Jack?
She says that his demeanor is to be commended in someone as young as him and that she knows no one who was a higher sense of duty and responsibility than him.
Where does Cecily say Jack is sending Ernest?
Australia
