Character Analysis (OCR A-Level English Literature): Flashcards
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What Paradise Lost characters are (symbolically)
What Paradise Lost characters are (symbolically)
Symbolic - they embody particular concepts and values
Satan's main character flaws
Satan's main character flaws
Pride and arrogance
What Satan represents thematically
What Satan represents thematically
Dangers of unchecked ambition
Satan's epic hero qualities + Milton's purpose
Satan's epic hero qualities + Milton's purpose
Courage, eloquence, leadership - but portrayal is deeply ironic
Satan's hubris meaning
Satan's hubris meaning
Excessive pride blinding him to consequences of his actions
Adam's character type
Adam's character type
Tragic figure who falls but seeks redemption
Adam's response after the Fall shows what quality
Adam's response after the Fall shows what quality
Moral integrity - he shows remorse and seeks redemption
Eve's character complexity
Eve's character complexity
Has independent reasoning and challenges traditional gender roles
God the Father's dual nature
God the Father's dual nature
Justice (punishment) and mercy (promise of redemption)
God the Son's key role
God the Son's key role
Sacrificial love; bridges gap between divine and earthly realms