Wuthering Heights Chapter 8 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is Mr. Kenneth's diagnosis of Frances' condition?

Mr. Kenneth believes that tuberculosis will have killed Frances before winter.

Who will care for Hareton once Frances dies?

Hareton will be entirely under Nelly's supervision.

How does Hindley react to Frances' death?

Hindley becomes despondent. He mainly gets drunk and returns home in wild and unpredictable moods.

What happens to the household after Frances' death?

All the servants except for Nelly and Joseph leave. No one, not even the curate, comes to visit anymore. Signup and view all the answers

What is Nelly's opinion of Catherine's attitude?

Nelly finds Catherine unbearably haughty, arrogant, and overly impressed with her own beauty. Signup and view all the answers

How does Catherine maintain 'a double character'?

Catherine maintains a 'double character' by remaining headstrong at home, but lady-like at the Lintons. Signup and view all the answers

At the age of sixteen, how does Heathcliff appear?

Heathcliff has completely lost any self-esteem he might have had under Mr. Earnshaw's protection. Unschooled and morose, he seems to encourage aversion rather than friendliness. Signup and view all the answers

What is Heathcliff's complaint when he visits Catherine?

Heathcliff complains that Catherine spends all her time with the Lintons instead of with him. Signup and view all the answers

What does Catherine do to drive Edgar away?

Catherine has a peevish tantrum during which she pinches Nelly, lies about it, and hits Hareton and Edgar, as well. Signup and view all the answers

What advice does Nelly give Edgar?

Nelly advises Edgar to leave once he has discovered Catherine's true nature. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Mr. Kenneth's Diagnosis

Mr. Kenneth predicts that tuberculosis will likely claim Frances' life before winter sets in.

Care for Hareton

Following Frances' death, Nelly will take full responsibility for Hareton's upbringing and well-being.

Hindley's Reaction

Hindley descends into a state of deep despair, frequently resorting to alcohol and exhibiting erratic behavior upon returning home.

Changes in the Household

The household faces a significant reduction in staff, with all servants leaving except for Nelly and Joseph. The absence of visitors, including the curate, highlights the family's isolation.

Nelly's Opinion on Catherine

Nelly perceives Catherine as excessively proud and egotistical, noting her behavior reflects an inflated sense of self-worth.

Catherine's Double Character

Catherine portrays dual personas: she is assertive and independent in her home environment, yet behaves in a more refined and genteel manner around the Lintons.

Heathcliff's Appearance at Sixteen

At the age of sixteen, Heathcliff exhibits a drastic decline in self-esteem after losing Mr. Earnshaw's protection, appearing uneducated and sullen, which drives others away.

Heathcliff's Grievance

During a visit, Heathcliff expresses frustration over Catherine's frequent companionship with the Lintons, feeling sidelined by her choices.

Catherine's Tantrum

To drive Edgar away, Catherine displays erratic behavior, which includes pinching Nelly, lying about her actions, and physically striking Hareton and Edgar.

Nelly's Advice to Edgar

Nelly counsels Edgar to distance himself from Catherine after witnessing her true temperament and challenging nature.

Description

Test your knowledge of Chapter 8 of 'Wuthering Heights' with these flashcards. Explore key character interactions and plot developments as Mr. Kenneth diagnoses Frances and Hindley reacts to her fate. Perfect for literature students and fans of Emily Brontë's classic.