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What is Jane's favorite activity?
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?
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?
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?
What does Jane decide to reward Adèle with?
What are some things Jane hears/sees on her walk?
What are some things Jane hears/sees on her walk?
What is the name of the spirit Jane remembers from Bessie's stories?
What is the name of the spirit Jane remembers from Bessie's stories?
How does the Gytrash appear to lost or lonely travelers?
How does the Gytrash appear to lost or lonely travelers?
What happens when the horse appears with a rider?
What happens when the horse appears with a rider?
What does Jane witness when the horse slips on ice?
What does Jane witness when the horse slips on ice?
How is the rider described?
How is the rider described?
What would Jane have done if the rider was handsome?
What would Jane have done if the rider was handsome?
What is the name of the rider's dog?
What is the name of the rider's dog?
Who does the rider turn out to be?
Who does the rider turn out to be?
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.
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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.
