Themes (Edexcel A-Level English Literature): Flashcards
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Jack's quote about his name in town vs country (Act 1)
Jack's quote about his name in town vs country (Act 1)
My name is Ernest in town and Jack in the country
Algernon's fictional character to escape obligations
Algernon's fictional character to escape obligations
Bunbury - an invaluable permanent invalid
Lady Bracknell's quote about losing parents
Lady Bracknell's quote about losing parents
To lose one parent = misfortune; both = carelessness
Quote about the nature of truth (Act 1)
Quote about the nature of truth (Act 1)
The truth is rarely pure and never simple
Gwendolen: style vs sincerity in grave matters
Gwendolen: style vs sincerity in grave matters
Style, not sincerity is the vital thing
Marriage in play: social contract or romantic union?
Marriage in play: social contract or romantic union?
Social contract driven by economic/social considerations
Final revelation about Jack & Algernon's real names
Final revelation about Jack & Algernon's real names
Both are actually named Ernest
Lady Bracknell on daughter marrying into cloakroom
Lady Bracknell on daughter marrying into cloakroom
Would never allow alliance with a parcel
Purpose of Jack's invention of brother Ernest
Purpose of Jack's invention of brother Ernest
To lead double life & escape societal norms
Algernon's quote: the essence of romance is...
Algernon's quote: the essence of romance is...
Uncertainty
