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Who is the author of Silas Marner?
Who is the author of Silas Marner?
George Eliot
How long has Silas lived in Raveloe?
How long has Silas lived in Raveloe?
15 years
Where did Silas live before he moved to Raveloe?
Where did Silas live before he moved to Raveloe?
Lantern Yard
What was the name of Silas's best friend in Lantern Yard?
What was the name of Silas's best friend in Lantern Yard?
Who was Silas's fiancée?
Who was Silas's fiancée?
Why was Silas waiting to get married?
Why was Silas waiting to get married?
To what friendship in the Bible was the friendship between Silas and William compared?
To what friendship in the Bible was the friendship between Silas and William compared?
What health issue does Silas have?
What health issue does Silas have?
Why was Silas at the deacon's house all night?
Why was Silas at the deacon's house all night?
What happens to the deacon that night?
What happens to the deacon that night?
Who was supposed to come relieve Silas at 2 AM?
Who was supposed to come relieve Silas at 2 AM?
What reason does William give for not showing up for his turn to watch the deacon?
What reason does William give for not showing up for his turn to watch the deacon?
Why are the church people suspicious about the deacon's death?
Why are the church people suspicious about the deacon's death?
What explanation does Silas give for not reporting the deacon's death when it happened?
What explanation does Silas give for not reporting the deacon's death when it happened?
Why does William Dane tell Silas he must come to the church at 6 AM that morning?
Why does William Dane tell Silas he must come to the church at 6 AM that morning?
What evidence is left in the dresser drawer that leads the congregation to suspect Silas is guilty of the theft?
What evidence is left in the dresser drawer that leads the congregation to suspect Silas is guilty of the theft?
How is Silas's innocence or guilt proven?
How is Silas's innocence or guilt proven?
What is Silas's reaction to the church declaring him guilty?
What is Silas's reaction to the church declaring him guilty?
Whom does Silas realize had his pocket knife last?
Whom does Silas realize had his pocket knife last?
What does Silas suspect when he is falsely accused of the theft of the church's money?
What does Silas suspect when he is falsely accused of the theft of the church's money?
What happens to Silas's relationship with Sarah?
What happens to Silas's relationship with Sarah?
What does the church decide to do about Silas's guilt?
What does the church decide to do about Silas's guilt?
What must Silas do if he wants to be restored to the fellowship of his church?
What must Silas do if he wants to be restored to the fellowship of his church?
What is Silas's occupation?
What is Silas's occupation?
When Chapter 1 begins, how long has Silas been in Raveloe and away from Lantern Yard?
When Chapter 1 begins, how long has Silas been in Raveloe and away from Lantern Yard?
How would you describe Silas Marner's personality?
How would you describe Silas Marner's personality?
Who is Jem Rodney?
Who is Jem Rodney?
What gossip does Jem circulate around Raveloe about Silas Marner?
What gossip does Jem circulate around Raveloe about Silas Marner?
Why are the people of Raveloe suspicious about Silas when he first comes to town?
Why are the people of Raveloe suspicious about Silas when he first comes to town?
Where did Silas learn about medicinal herbs and plants?
Where did Silas learn about medicinal herbs and plants?
Who was the woman Silas cured of a heart problem after being under a doctor's care for over two months?
Who was the woman Silas cured of a heart problem after being under a doctor's care for over two months?
What is a pseudonym?
What is a pseudonym?
What is the author's real name?
What is the author's real name?
Study Notes
Silas Marner - Chapter 1 Overview
- Author of "Silas Marner" is George Eliot, a notable English novelist.
- Silas has resided in Raveloe for 15 years after moving from Lantern Yard.
- Prior to Raveloe, Silas lived in a community called Lantern Yard.
Relationships and Background
- Silas's closest friend in Lantern Yard was William Dane.
- His fiancée, Sarah, was a working woman who later marries William.
- Silas was waiting to get married to save more money.
Health Issues and Events
- Silas suffers from seizures, which cause him to lose consciousness.
- He spent a night tending to the deacon, who ultimately dies.
- William Dane was meant to relieve Silas but claimed he was sick.
Accusations and Consequences
- The church community became suspicious of Silas after the deacon's death.
- Silas explained he may have blacked out, which led to delayed reporting of the deacon's death.
- William claims Silas must come to church at 6 AM because the church's money is missing.
Evidence and Guilt
- Silas's pocket knife was found in a dresser, implicating him in the theft.
- Innocence is determined through casting lots, but Silas becomes frustrated over the accusation.
- Silas suspects William Dane of stealing the money and framing him.
Impact on Relationships
- Sarah ends her engagement with Silas and chooses to marry William.
- The church decides to revoke Silas’s membership based on the theft accusation.
- To restore his church membership, Silas would need to confess and return the stolen money.
Personal Life and Characteristics
- Silas works as a weaver, which is met with suspicion by townspeople due to lack of understanding.
- Known to be reclusive and unsocial, his peculiarities draw gossip from townsfolk like Jem Rodney.
- Rumors spread about Silas's condition when he was found unconscious.
Medicinal Knowledge
- Silas learned about medicinal herbs from his mother.
- Cured a woman named Sally Oates of a heart problem after she failed to improve under a doctor’s care.
Author Identity
- "George Eliot" is a pseudonym; the author's real name is Mary Ann Evans.
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