The Importance of Being Earnest

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What is the main theme of 'The Importance of Being Earnest'?

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The main theme is the critique of Victorian society and its values, particularly regarding marriage, identity, and social obligations.

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Who pretends to be Ernest in the play?

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Algernon pretends to be Ernest when he visits Jack's country house.

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What does Lady Bracknell represent in the play?

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Lady Bracknell represents the strict social norms and expectations of the Victorian upper class.

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What is the significance of the name 'Ernest'?

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The name 'Ernest' symbolizes honesty and integrity, which contrasts with the characters' deceptive behaviors.

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How do Cecily and Gwendolen react when they first meet?

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They initially get along with each other before realizing they are both engaged to the same man.

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What does Algernon's Bunburying represent?

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Bunburying represents the idea of creating a false identity to escape social responsibilities.

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What is Jack's reaction to Algernon pretending to be his brother?

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Jack is furious and tries to send Algernon away.

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What role does the character of Dr. Chasuble play in the story?

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Dr. Chasuble is a clergyman who becomes involved in the romantic entanglements of the main characters.

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What does the bell ringing signify during Lady Bracknell's interview?

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It signifies that Lady Bracknell is calling for her butler, indicating that Jack has failed the interview.

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What is the relationship between Jack and Algernon?

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Jack and Algernon are close friends, but they also have a complicated relationship due to their deceptions.