Themes (AQA A-Level English Literature A): Flashcards
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Duke's disguise identity in Measure for Measure
Duke's disguise identity in Measure for Measure
Friar Lodowick
Mnemonic for Angelo's hypocrisy
Mnemonic for Angelo's hypocrisy
Angel-NO (appears angelic but is morally corrupt)
Duke's phrase for excessive liberty in Vienna
Duke's phrase for excessive liberty in Vienna
Liberty plucks justice by the nose
Purpose of Mariana's bed trick
Purpose of Mariana's bed trick
Expose Angelo's hypocrisy & save Claudio's life
Angelo's outward appearance vs inner reality
Angelo's outward appearance vs inner reality
Appears virtuous but conceals corruption
Isabella's quote on women seeking justice vs powerful men
Isabella's quote on women seeking justice vs powerful men
To whom should I complain? Did I tell this, who'd believe me?
What true justice requires per the play
What true justice requires per the play
Balance strict enforcement with compassion/mercy
Isabella's virtuous act in Act 5
Isabella's virtuous act in Act 5
Forgiveness of Angelo
Who has most individual agency in the play
Who has most individual agency in the play
The Duke (due to position & use of disguise)
Isabella's key qualities in gender theme
Isabella's key qualities in gender theme
Vulnerability & moral strength despite constraints