Women Flashcards
1
Q
Where in chapter 2 is the motif of female purity introduced?
A
The women were dressed in ‘white gowns’ and ‘white garments’
2
Q
In chapter 2, where is Tess shown to be pure, proud and beautiful?
A
She had a ‘peony mouth and large innocent eyes’, a ‘pouted up deep red mouth’ and was a ‘mere vessel of emotion’
3
Q
In phase the third, what does Hardy say about women?
A
‘Women do as a rule do love through such humiliations and regain their spirit’, referring to Tess, who had to get on with her life after being raped - a sign of hope?
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5
Q
What shows that the other Derry girls were obsessed with Angel?
A
They dreamt about him and got excited when he helped them cross the river
6
Q
Who is mercy chant?
A
The Lady that Angel’s parents want him to marry
