Wuthering Heights Chapter 7 Quotes Flashcards

Study Notes

Key Characters and Relationships

Cathy stays at Thrushcross Grange, indicating a shift in her social environment and values after five weeks.
Heathcliff's characterization as "dirty" contrasts with Edgar's more polished image, highlighting class and social expectations.
Heathcliff expresses pride in his dirtiness, symbolizing his resistance to societal norms and his affiliation with the natural world.

Character Descriptions and Dynamics

Nelly describes Heathcliff using terms like "naughty swearing boy," which underscores his rebellious and tumultuous nature.
Heathcliff's plea to Nelly to make him decent reflects his desire to win Cathy’s affection, indicating vulnerability beneath his tough exterior.
A comparison made by Nelly shows that Heathcliff is younger yet more physically imposing than Edgar, suggesting an inherent strength or wildness in his character.

Themes of Desire and Identity

Heathcliff's longing for Edgar's attributes, such as "light hair and a fair skin," exposes his envy and desire for acceptance within the upper class.
Heathcliff's eyes are described as "that couple of black fiends," indicating a depth of emotion and possibly a connection to dark or sinister themes within his character.

Mysterious Origins and Narrative Intrigue

Nelly speculates about Heathcliff's origins, noting his roughness and raising questions about his true identity, hinting at possible noble lineage.
The narrative shifts when Nelly references Hindley, suggesting underlying complexities and provocations within the story.

Forgiveness and Revenge

The dialogue between Nelly and Heathcliff centers around themes of forgiveness versus revenge, emphasizing Heathcliff's desire for retribution and his rejection of divine justice.
Heathcliff asserts that he will take satisfaction into his own hands, highlighting a central conflict in his character and the story.

Narrative Engagement

Lockwood's interest in Nelly's storytelling reflects the importance of narrative and character history in comprehending broader themes within the text.
The mention that Heathcliff's history could be summed up succinctly indicates its mysterious and potentially tragic nature, encompassing the complexity of his character and the motivations driving his actions.

Description

Test your knowledge of key quotes from Chapter 7 of Wuthering Heights. This quiz features flashcards with significant phrases that illustrate the characters' relationships and themes. Perfect for students studying Emily Brontë's classic novel, these quotes highlight the evolving dynamics between Cathy, Heathcliff, and Edgar.