Jane Eyre Chapter 12 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is Jane's favorite activity?

Going up the roof of Thornfield and looking around (correct)

Reading books

Painting

Going out for a walk

What does Jane say about the need for exercise?

Everyone needs exercise for their faculties.

What does Jane often hear when she is on the roof or in the attic?

Grace's laugh.

What does Jane decide to reward Adèle with?

A long walk and a letter for Mrs. Fairfax two miles to Hay. Signup and view all the answers

What are some things Jane hears/sees on her walk?

White hazel bushes, roses, church bell tolling. Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the spirit Jane remembers from Bessie's stories?

Gytrash. Signup and view all the answers

How does the Gytrash appear to lost or lonely travelers?

As a horse or dog. Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the horse appears with a rider?

The fact that it has a rider breaks the spell; the Gytrash never has a rider or a companion. Signup and view all the answers

What does Jane witness when the horse slips on ice?

Both the horse and rider fall, with the dog asking Jane for help. Signup and view all the answers

How is the rider described?

35 years old, dark, stern, not handsome. Signup and view all the answers

What would Jane have done if the rider was handsome?

Recoiled from him. Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the rider's dog?

Pilot. Signup and view all the answers

Who does the rider turn out to be?

Mr. Rochester. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Jane Eyre Chapter 12 Highlights

Jane enjoys exploring the roof of Thornfield, finding it refreshing and uplifting.
She emphasizes the importance of exercise for mental faculties, illustrating her need for physical activity.
While on the roof or in the attic, Jane often hears the sound of Grace's laughter, adding to the atmosphere of the house.
To reward Adèle, Jane decides to take a long walk to Hay, two miles away, which includes delivering a letter to Mrs. Fairfax.
During her walk, Jane observes natural elements like white hazel bushes, blooming roses, and hears the tolling of a church bell.

Supernatural Element

Jane recalls Bessie's tales about the Gytrash, a mythical spirit that appears to lost or lonely travelers, usually as a horse or dog.

Encounter with the Gytrash

Jane encounters a dog matching Bessie's description of the Gytrash, but her encounter is interrupted when a horse appears with a rider.
The legend states the Gytrash does not have a rider, allowing Jane to differentiate between the spirit and reality.

Unusual Incident

The horse and its rider fall due to a slip on ice, leading the dog to seek Jane's assistance.

Rider Description

The rider is described as 35 years old, dark, stern-looking, and not conventionally handsome, which affects Jane's perception of him.

Jane's Reaction

If the rider had been handsome, Jane contemplates that she would not have recoiled from him, showing her biases towards physical appearance.

Key Character Introduction

The rider is revealed to be Mr. Rochester, a significant character in Jane Eyre's narrative, marking an important moment in the story.

Description

These flashcards cover key concepts and quotes from Chapter 12 of 'Jane Eyre.' Engage with Jane's experiences and reflections as she navigates her time at Thornfield. Perfect for review or as a study aid for students of literature.