Questions and Answers
What language does Diana teach Jane?
What is Jane's relationship with St. John?
Jane doesn't really develop a friendship with St. John due to his reserved nature and constant absences.
How does Jane react to St. John's preaching?
Amazed at how powerful and intense he is, but realizes that he's a really unhappy person.
What do Mary and Diana prepare to do?
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What does St. John say when Jane talks to him about the job he promised for her?
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What does St. John tell Jane about his family's poverty?
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Describe St. John's career.
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What did St. John establish?
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What does St. John ask Jane to do?
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How do Diana and Mary feel about leaving?
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What does the letter that St. John received say?
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How does everyone behave about the news of their uncle's death?
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What does St. John tell Jane about their uncle and father's relationship?
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Study Notes
Jane and Rochester's Wedding Night
- Jane reflects on her impending marriage, feeling disconnected from her new identity as "Jane Rochester."
- The wild wind and her interaction with the splintered chestnut tree symbolize Jane's emotional turmoil.
- Jane busies herself with chores while anxiously awaiting Rochester's return, illustrating her restlessness.
Encounter with Rochester
- In the rain, Jane meets Rochester on the road, highlighting their bond and setting the stage for intimate conversations.
- Jane expresses feelings of her life being dreamlike, emphasizing her vulnerability and disbelief in her circumstances.
- The midnight conversation reveals Jane's unease not with marriage itself, but due to an unsettling experience previous night.
Jane's Education and Relationships
- Diana teaches Jane German, marking an important aspect of Jane’s personal growth.
- Jane's relationship with St. John Rivers remains distant; he is reserved and focused on his responsibilities.
- St. John's preaching strikes Jane as powerful, yet she perceives his unhappiness.
St. John's Plans
- Mary and Diana are preparing to leave for new positions as governesses, causing sadness as they might not see St. John again for a long time.
- St. John confirms that his offer for a job is on hold until after his sisters depart.
St. John's Role in Morton
- St. John serves as a clergyman in Morton and established a boys' school, aiming to start a girls' school funded by local factory owner Mr. Oliver.
- He offers Jane the chance to run the girls' school, promising a salary identical to her previous one at Thornfield.
Responses to Family News
- The Rivers family receives news of their uncle John’s death with mixed emotions; there is uncertainty in their reactions.
- St. John reveals the family conflict regarding their uncle's fortune, which was £20,000, but remained unallocated to his brothers' side.
Overall Themes
- Themes of identity, familial relationships, and the impact of societal responsibilities emerge, building on Jane's journey of self-discovery and her connection with those around her.
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Explore key themes and characters from Chapter 30 of 'Jane Eyre'. This quiz focuses on Jane's emotional turmoil before her wedding to Rochester and the symbolism present in her reflections. Enhance your understanding of this pivotal moment in the narrative.
