Pride & Prejudice: Writer's Methods & Techniques (AQA GCSE English Literature): Flashcards
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Austen's use of irony in Pride & Prejudice
Austen's use of irony in Pride & Prejudice
To critique societal norms
Opening line starting 'It is a truth universally...'
Opening line starting 'It is a truth universally...'
Example of Austen's irony
What irony exposes in Pride & Prejudice
What irony exposes in Pride & Prejudice
Absurdities of marriage and class expectations
Free indirect discourse definition
Free indirect discourse definition
Blending 3rd-person narration with character thoughts/feelings
Purpose of free indirect discourse in P&P
Purpose of free indirect discourse in P&P
Understand Elizabeth Bennet's perspective & judgements
Austen's social commentary critiques
Austen's social commentary critiques
Class system and gender inequality
Example of social commentary in P&P
Example of social commentary in P&P
Limited options for women like Bennet sisters
Dual nature of Pride & Prejudice
Dual nature of Pride & Prejudice
Love story and critique of social structures
How Austen develops characters
How Austen develops characters
Through dialogue and behaviour, not direct description
Character traits revealed through interactions
Character traits revealed through interactions
Elizabeth's wit, Darcy's pride, Mrs. Bennet's silliness
What houses/estates symbolise in P&P
What houses/estates symbolise in P&P
Characters' social status and values
What Pemberley represents
What Pemberley represents
Darcy's true character: grand, tasteful, moral integrity