REVISE – Rochester proposes to Jane #639539 - Prove ed esercizi Zanichelli

STEP 3 Focus on the narrative mode

Complete the text on the narrative mode of the passage with the words given.

The passage is presented from Jane's perspective, making it highly ________. It is also ________, as she looks back on what happened that night rather than experiencing it in real time. Most of the passage develops through ________, with very little description of the characters' ________ or Jane's interpretation of Rochester's words. This combination gives the scene emotional intensity while keeping the focus on Jane and Rochester's ________.

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Posizionamento

STEP 2 Rochester's perspective

Read the following statements that focus on Rochester's actions and intentions and choose the correct alternative to complete the sentences.

1 Rochester repeats that Jane is his equal primarily to ________.
2 Rochester's mentions of Miss Ingram serve to ________.
3 By calling Jane extraordinary, he is ________.
4 Rochester's 'crumpled' countenance indicates he is ________.
5 This passage presents Rochester as a Byronic hero: he is ________.

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Completamento chiuso

STEP 4 An atypical heroine

What are the characteristics that make Jane an atypical Victorian heroine? Select the correct statements.

A:

Jane has strong spiritual beliefs and relies on them to find inner strength.

B:

Jane openly confronts Rochester about his expectations of her.

C:

Jane prioritises morality and dignity over wealth or appearance.

D:

Jane is reflective and experiences doubts about Rochester's intentions.

E:

Jane agrees to marry Rochester because she no longer wants to be self-reliant.

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STEP 5 Think further and prepare for your test: space and freedom

Read the text which discusses the connection between Jane's freedom and the physical space of Thornfield Hall. Decide if the statements are true or false. Then look at the prompts below and write some extra reflections in your exercise book. You can use the final text as revision material for your test.

- Refer to the paragraph 'Settings' in section 7.17 of your textbook to give further examples on how the different locations shaped Jane.
- Refer to the paragraph 'Mr Rochester and Bertha Mason' in section 7.17 of your textbook to further compare Jane and Bertha.
- Refer to the paragraph 'Style' in section 7.17 of your textbook, to understand how the Gothic environment of Thornfield Hall influences Jane's state of mind.

A:

The passage suggests that Jane's emotional experiences at Thornfield are closely shaped by the physical space of the house.

B:

The passage argues that Jane Eyre explores how domestic spaces can threaten a woman's independence.

C:

Jane's desire for 'practical experience' indicates dissatisfaction with Rochester.

D:

Jane identifies with Bertha, as both are, in different ways, prisoners at Thornfield.

E:

Jane's reference to the roof gains significance because it is later linked with Bertha's escape and death.

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Vero o falso

STEP 1 Analysing Jane: a machine without feelings?

Read lines 18-27 of the passage and select the statements that accurately describe Jane's feelings and self-perception.

A:

Jane implies that love without respect would reduce her to something less than human.

B:

Because she is poor, Jane knows she has to silently endure her suffering.

C:

Jane's insistence on equality arises because Rochester physically restrains her.

D:

Jane links her decision to leave Thornfield to a question of personal dignity other than romantic disappointment.

E:

Jane contrasts social hierarchies with deeper connections based on spiritual and moral equality.

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