Themes and Character Analysis in Jane Eyre

The video explores three central themes in Jane Eyre: passion, gender and class, and religion and self-control. Passion is depicted through various characters, highlighting contrasts in their relationships. Gender and class are examined through Jane's experiences as a woman in 19th-century Britain, emphasizing her struggle for independence. Religion and self-control are discussed through characters like Helen Burns and Mr. Rochester, showcasing different interpretations of Christianity and the importance of self-discipline.

What is one of the central themes introduced in Jane Eyre?

• Wealth and Power

• Adventure

• Passion

• Mystery

How does Jane Eyre struggle with passion throughout the novel?

• By experiencing outbursts

• By ignoring her feelings

• By controlling her emotions

• By avoiding relationships

What does Bertha Mason represent in the novel?

• Controlled passion

• Uncontrolled passion

• Lack of passion

• Balanced emotions

What does Jane's relationship with Rochester demonstrate about passion?

• It can overrule judgment

• It can be controlled

• It is unnecessary for love

• It is always destructive

How does Bronte's choice of narrator affect the story?

• It provides a male perspective

• It limits the story to one location

• It offers a first-person female perspective

• It uses a third-person omniscient view

What realization does Jane have about marriage during her engagement?

• It offers more social opportunities

• It brings more freedom

• It leads to financial independence

• It results in a loss of independence

How does Jane achieve a degree of independence?

• By inheriting wealth

• By teaching

• By marrying Rochester

• By moving to Europe

What is the significance of Jane's teaching role in the novel?

• It highlights her lack of education

• It emphasizes her independence

• It shows her desire for wealth

• It reflects her social status

What class does Jane belong to in the novel?

• Upper-class

• Working-class

• Middle-class

• In-between classes

How does Jane's position in society affect her opportunities?

• She is ignored by everyone

• She is favored by the upper-class

• She is restricted by her class

• She has unlimited opportunities