Jane Eyre: Themes and Symbolism

In chapters 24 and 25 of Jane Eyre, Rochester is excited about his future with Jane, but she feels uneasy about their marriage. Jane writes to her uncle about her inheritance, hoping for financial independence. The night before the wedding, Jane experiences a disturbing incident involving a mysterious woman, which Rochester dismisses as a mix of dreams and reality. Jane realizes her life will change after marriage and has dreams that foreshadow challenges ahead.

What is Rochester's attitude towards his future with Jane?

• He is indifferent.

• He is full of plans and excitement.

• He is doubtful.

• He is regretful.

How does Mrs. Fairfax feel about Jane and Rochester's marriage?

• She is excited.

• She is indifferent.

• She is supportive.

• She disapproves.

What action does Jane take due to her unease about the wedding?

• She calls off the wedding.

• She writes to her uncle about her inheritance.

• She confronts Rochester.

• She decides to elope.

What does Jane reflect on during her walk in the garden?

• Her childhood memories.

• Her past relationships.

• The lightning-split tree and its symbolism.

• Her future career.

What does Jane see in her room that terrifies her?

• A shadowy figure.

• A tall woman with a savage face.

• A ghostly apparition.

• A mysterious light.

What does the mysterious woman do with Jane's wedding veil?

• She tears it in half and stomps on it.

• She wears it.

• She hides it.

• She burns it.

Who does Rochester suggest the mysterious woman might be?

• A ghost.

• A figment of Jane's imagination.

• Grace Poole.

• A stranger.

What does Rochester promise to do after a year and a day of marriage?

• Buy a new house.

• Reveal a family secret.

• Explain the mysterious incident.

• Take Jane on a world tour.

What realization does Jane come to after accepting Rochester's proposal?

• Her life will remain unchanged.

• Her independent life will change.

• She will become wealthier.

• She will move to a new city.

What does the blood-red moon symbolize for Jane?

• A new beginning.

• A past memory.

• A gloomy prospect.

• A bright future.