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Who asks Jane to draw her portrait?
Who asks Jane to draw her portrait?
Rosamond
What book does St.John give to Jane?
What book does St.John give to Jane?
Sir Walter Scott's Marmion
What does St.John admit to Jane?
What does St.John admit to Jane?
St.John considers Rosamond a suitable wife for a missionary.
St.John considers Rosamond a suitable wife for a missionary.
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What significant news does St.John bring to Jane?
What significant news does St.John bring to Jane?
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How much money will each cousin inherit?
How much money will each cousin inherit?
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St.John wants Jane to learn German.
St.John wants Jane to learn German.
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What does Jane believe she hears calling her name?
What does Jane believe she hears calling her name?
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What happened to Thornfield Hall?
What happened to Thornfield Hall?
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Match the chapters with their summaries:
Match the chapters with their summaries:
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What does Jane promise Rochester?
What does Jane promise Rochester?
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Who does Jane initially think might have been the gypsy?
Who does Jane initially think might have been the gypsy?
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What injury does Mr. Mason sustain?
What injury does Mr. Mason sustain?
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What does Rochester ask Jane about his hypothetical story?
What does Rochester ask Jane about his hypothetical story?
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Jane dreams of children has been considered a bad omen.
Jane dreams of children has been considered a bad omen.
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What does Jane receive from her father's brother, John Eyre?
What does Jane receive from her father's brother, John Eyre?
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What is Jane's reaction upon meeting Rochester again after her time away?
What is Jane's reaction upon meeting Rochester again after her time away?
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What does Rochester tell Jane he will do for her social standing?
What does Rochester tell Jane he will do for her social standing?
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What does the storm signify when Jane and Rochester get engaged?
What does the storm signify when Jane and Rochester get engaged?
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Jane and Rochester’s wedding preparations go smoothly.
Jane and Rochester’s wedding preparations go smoothly.
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What is revealed about Rochester during the wedding ceremony?
What is revealed about Rochester during the wedding ceremony?
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Rochester's wife is a __________ woman.
Rochester's wife is a __________ woman.
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What does Jane do the night after her wedding?
What does Jane do the night after her wedding?
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What proposal does Rochester make to Jane after their emotional confrontation?
What proposal does Rochester make to Jane after their emotional confrontation?
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St. John is warm and welcoming towards Jane.
St. John is warm and welcoming towards Jane.
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What is the name Jane uses when she meets the Rivers siblings?
What is the name Jane uses when she meets the Rivers siblings?
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What is the setting of the opening chapters of Jane Eyre?
What is the setting of the opening chapters of Jane Eyre?
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What does Jane Eyre read in the drawing room at Gateshead?
What does Jane Eyre read in the drawing room at Gateshead?
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Jane Eyre happily plays with her cousins at Gateshead.
Jane Eyre happily plays with her cousins at Gateshead.
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Jane is punished by being sent to the ______.
Jane is punished by being sent to the ______.
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Who advises Jane's aunt to send her to school?
Who advises Jane's aunt to send her to school?
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What is the name of the school Jane attends after Gateshead?
What is the name of the school Jane attends after Gateshead?
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Life at Lowood is described as comfortable and pleasant.
Life at Lowood is described as comfortable and pleasant.
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What illness affects many girls at Lowood?
What illness affects many girls at Lowood?
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Who is Jane's first friend at Lowood?
Who is Jane's first friend at Lowood?
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Who is the owner of Thornfield?
Who is the owner of Thornfield?
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Adèle is Jane’s sister.
Adèle is Jane’s sister.
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The strange laughter Jane hears at Thornfield is associated with ______.
The strange laughter Jane hears at Thornfield is associated with ______.
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What significant event occurs when Jane dashes into Rochester's room?
What significant event occurs when Jane dashes into Rochester's room?
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How does Jane feel about Rochester after the near-tragedy in his room?
How does Jane feel about Rochester after the near-tragedy in his room?
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Rochester brings a group of guests to Thornfield for a party.
Rochester brings a group of guests to Thornfield for a party.
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What does the gypsy woman tell Jane during the fortune-telling?
What does the gypsy woman tell Jane during the fortune-telling?
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Study Notes
Chapters 1 - 4
- Jane Eyre, an orphaned girl, lives with her cruel relatives, the Reeds, at Gateshead Hall.
- John Reed bullies Jane, leading to a physical altercation, for which Jane is punished and sent to the red-room, the site of her uncle's death.
- During her time in the red-room, Jane reflects on her family's history and feels haunted by her uncle's ghost.
- Mr. Lloyd, the family apothecary, suggests sending Jane to school, bringing her hope for a better life.
- Jane learns about her family's disapproval of her parents' marriage and her subsequent status as an unwanted orphan.
- Jane is admitted to Lowood school after enduring worsening treatment at Gateshead.
Chapters 5-10
- Jane travels alone to Lowood, arriving at a grim charity school for orphans where conditions are harsh and the girls face neglect.
- Jane befriends Helen Burns, a patient and enduring girl who practices Christian endurance despite mistreatment.
- Mr. Brocklehurst, the powerful overseer, humiliates Jane, labeling her a liar in front of the other students.
- Miss Temple, a kind teacher, believes Jane's account of her past and secures her innocence, leading to Jane's growing confidence and academic success.
- A typhus outbreak strikes Lowood, devastating the student population; Jane learns Helen has consumption and eventually passes away.
- Changes in management improve conditions at Lowood, allowing Jane to thrive academically before leaving to be a governess at Thornfield.
Chapters 11-16
- Jane arrives at Thornfield, greeted by the housekeeper, Mrs. Fairfax, and learns she will care for a French girl named Adèle.
- Mysterious occurrences, including eerie laughter, hint at a darker undercurrent within Thornfield and its inhabitants.
- Rochester, the manor's owner, exhibits an eccentric demeanor; he and Jane share moments of candid conversation about their lives.
- Jane discovers Rochester's complicated past involving Adèle's mother, Celine Varens, and begins to develop feelings for him.
- A dramatic event occurs when Jane saves Rochester's life from a fire started in his bedroom, deepening their bond.
- Jane senses something ominous about Grace Poole, a servant with a questionable background and possible connection to the house’s mysteries.
Chapters 17-21
- Jane grows anxious about Rochester's potential departure without returning to Thornfield, impacting her feelings.
- Rochester returns with aristocratic guests, including Blanche Ingram, who treats Jane with disdain, highlighting Jane's status as a governess.
- The appearance of Mr. Mason, a mysterious figure from Rochester’s past, raises tension and intrigue within the household.
- A fortune-telling scene reveals that Rochester masqueraded as a gypsy, further complicating his relationship with Jane.
- An incident involving Mr. Mason being wounded heightens the mystery and hints at Rochester's troubled past.
- Jane learns devastating news about her aunt and cousin, intensifying her emotional connection to her past and her family ties.### Key Characters and Relationships
- Jane Eyre: Protagonist who navigates through familial and romantic relationships, ultimately seeking independence.
- Bessie: Jane's childhood friend and caregiver, reunited with Jane in Gateshead.
- Eliza and Georgiana Reed: Jane's cousins; Eliza plans to enter a convent, while Georgiana marries well after a tumultuous relationship with Eliza.
- Mrs. Reed: Jane’s aunt, who harbors animosity towards her and withholds important information regarding Jane’s inheritance.
- Rochester: Jane’s love interest, whose engagement to Blanche Ingram brings tension in their relationship.
Inheritance Revelation
- Jane receives a letter from her father's brother, John Eyre, stating he wishes to adopt her and bequeath his fortune to her, information withheld by Mrs. Reed out of spite.
Relationships and Emotional Conflicts
- Jane spends a month at Gateshead due to Georgiana's fear of being alone with Eliza.
- Jane experiences emotional turmoil upon returning to Thornfield and learning of Rochester's impending marriage to Blanche Ingram.
- After a confession of love, Jane and Rochester become engaged amid a storm, symbolizing their turbulent yet passionate relationship.
Foreboding Signs
- Jane feels unsettling premonitions as preparations for her wedding commence, suggesting impending doom.
- She experiences strange dreams foreshadowing trouble, including visions of a child and a mysterious woman.
Wedding Interrupted
- On the wedding day, St. John Rivers and Mr. Briggs reveal Rochester's existing marriage to Bertha Mason, a significant twist that halts the ceremony.
- Bertha, described as mad and locked away, is introduced as Rochester's concealed wife, leading to Jane's despair over her dashed dreams.
Jane's Departure
- Struggling with the aftermath of her broken engagement, Jane leaves Thornfield despite Rochester's plea for her to stay, choosing integrity over emotional comfort.
- Jane's determination to maintain her self-respect leads her to seek a new beginning.
New Encounters and Family Discovery
- Jane finds refuge with the Rivers siblings, who provide her with shelter and kindness.
- St. John Rivers reveals to Jane her lineage; they are cousins, complicating her emotional landscape and providing her with a newfound family connection.
Professional Challenges
- Jane feels dissatisfied with her teaching position at the charity school in Morton.
- St. John Rivers' ambition to be a missionary creates tension, as Jane becomes aware of his disregard for personal affection in favor of duty.
Conflict with St. John
- St. John proposes that Jane accompany him to India as both a missionary and his wife, insisting on this despite Jane's rejection of the notion of passionless marriage.
- Jane grapples with her respect for St. John's calling versus her need for emotional fulfillment, reinforcing her complexity as a character who prioritizes her own values and beliefs.
Themes
- Independence vs. Conformity: Jane's struggle to maintain her autonomy in a society that pressures women into subservient roles.
- Love and Sacrifice: The tension between romantic fulfillment and personal integrity is a recurring theme throughout Jane’s journey.
- Family and Identity: The search for belonging and self-identity plays a crucial role in Jane's development and choices.### Chapter 36 Summary
- Jane reflects on a supernatural experience, questioning if she truly heard Rochester's voice calling her.
- St. John urges Jane to resist temptation, yet she feels drawn to Thornfield to find Rochester.
- Upon arrival, Jane discovers Thornfield is a destroyed ruin due to a fire set by Bertha Mason.
- Rochester heroically saved his servants during the fire but tragically lost his hand and sight.
- Rochester now resides at Ferndean, away from society, with two elderly servants, John and Mary.
Chapter 37 Summary
- At Ferndean, Jane sees Rochester and is struck by his disheveled state, yet his hands remain familiar.
- Mary opens the door for Jane, who prepares food for Rochester, who struggles to recognize her.
- Upon realization, Rochester believes Jane to be a spirit; they embrace, and she vows to stay with him.
- They enjoy a walk in the woods as Jane shares her past year's experiences, reassuring Rochester about her feelings.
- Rochester proposes again, and this time Jane accepts, freeing them from the shadow of Bertha Mason.
- Rochester reveals he called her name in desperation, feeling connection, while Jane keeps her own experiences secret.
Chapter 38 Summary
- Jane and Rochester's marriage takes place in private, with no witnesses other than the officiant and clerk.
- Jane informs her cousins about their marriage; St. John does not respond, but Diana and Mary send congratulations.
- Jane notices Adèle's unhappiness at her school, reflecting on her own childhood, and enrolls her in a better institution.
- After ten years, Jane narrates their blissful marriage, emphasizing mutual respect and aiding in Rochester's blindness.
- Rochester begins to regain sight in one eye and sees their firstborn son after his birth.
- Diana and Mary have married, while St. John has departed for India, hinting at his declining health.
- Jane disassociates from grieving St. John, recognizing his dedication to duty and God’s work, closing with a poignant letter excerpt.
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