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What is the central theme of The Way of the World?
What is the central theme of The Way of the World?
Which literary movement heavily influenced the language and style of The Way of the World?
Which literary movement heavily influenced the language and style of The Way of the World?
What is the significance of the minor characters in The Way of the World?
What is the significance of the minor characters in The Way of the World?
Study Notes
- Congreve's play, The Way of the World, explores the concept of a 'good' marriage.
- The novel reflects the view that marriage symbolizes the order and health of society.
- The play's language and style are rooted in the spirit of the Restoration.
- The play features verbal humor and amusing minor characters.
- Character names are symbolic of their personality traits.
- The play also explores pain and suffering beneath the humor.
- Lady Wishfort realizes her youth and beauty have faded.
- Mrs. Marwood feels bitter and defeated.
- The play was written in the late 17th century.
- Marriage is a central theme in the novel.
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Test your knowledge of Congreve's classic play, The Way of the World, with this quiz! From exploring the concept of a 'good' marriage to the symbolic character names and the humor that masks deeper pain and suffering, this quiz covers it all. See how much you know about the language and style of the Restoration era, and the central theme of marriage in this timeless play. Don't miss your chance to prove your literary prowess!
