Jane Eyre: Characters (AQA GCSE English Literature): Quizzes
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What does Jane mean when she says 'I am no bird; and no net ensnares me'?
What does Jane mean when she says 'I am no bird; and no net ensnares me'?
She asserts her independence
When Jane asks 'Do you think I am an automaton?', what is she demanding?
When Jane asks 'Do you think I am an automaton?', what is she demanding?
To be seen as a person with feelings
What does Rochester mean when he tells Jane 'You are my sympathy—my better self'?
What does Rochester mean when he tells Jane 'You are my sympathy—my better self'?
He sees Jane as his moral guide
What drives St. John Rivers according to his quote 'I am cold: no fervour infects me'?
What drives St. John Rivers according to his quote 'I am cold: no fervour infects me'?
Duty alone, lacking passion
How does Brontë contrast St. John Rivers with Rochester?
How does Brontë contrast St. John Rivers with Rochester?
St. John lacks passion; Rochester has it
What does Helen Burns believe according to her quote about overcoming hate?
What does Helen Burns believe according to her quote about overcoming hate?
Respond to hate with kindness
What gives Helen Burns calmness as she faces death?
What gives Helen Burns calmness as she faces death?
Her faith in the afterlife
How is Bertha Mason depicted in the quote about draining Rochester's heart?
How is Bertha Mason depicted in the quote about draining Rochester's heart?
Like a supernatural creature
What does Bertha Mason represent in Victorian society?
What does Bertha Mason represent in Victorian society?
Fears of uncontrolled passions
What does Mrs. Reed's cruelty towards Jane reflect?
What does Mrs. Reed's cruelty towards Jane reflect?
Harsh class distinctions
What does Mr. Brocklehurst's character represent in the novel?
What does Mr. Brocklehurst's character represent in the novel?
Hypocrisy & misuse of religious authority
What does Brontë critique through Adele being judged for having 'no talents'?
What does Brontë critique through Adele being judged for having 'no talents'?
Limited opportunities for women
Which character guides Jane's spiritual growth and resilience?
Which character guides Jane's spiritual growth and resilience?
Helen Burns