King Lear (OCR A-Level English Literature): Flashcards

Repeating initial consonant sounds for rhythm/emotional tone

Repetition of vowel sounds within words

Repeats consonant sounds within or at end of words

Lear's fall represents breakdown of feudal order & divine kingship

Audience knows more than characters, creates tension

Both meteorological chaos and Lear's mental turmoil

Gloucester gains moral insight after losing physical sight

Hierarchical structure linking God, monarchy, nature & humanity

Creates parallel inversion of Lear's tragedy in subplot

Dehumanises characters, emphasises moral monstrosity