Jane's rival

In this lesson, we will explore what happens when a beautiful and rich lady arrives at Thornfield Hall. Jane considers this lady a rival to Rochester's heart. We will explore Blanche Ingram's character and consider how Brontë presents her in contrast to Jane.

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

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Q1.What item was set on fire in this chapter?

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Q2.Who does Rochester claim set the bed on fire?

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Q3.What did Jane hear outside her door?

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Q4.What is the weather often like in Gothic stories?

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Q5.What does Rochester describe Thornfield as?

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.What item was set on fire in this chapter?

1/5

Q2.Who does Rochester claim set the bed on fire?

2/5

Q3.What did Jane hear outside her door?

3/5

Q4.What is the weather often like in Gothic stories?

4/5

Q5.What does Rochester describe Thornfield as?

5/5

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Jane's rival

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Q1.Which lady visits Thornfield Hall in this lesson's extract?

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Q2.How does Rochester respond to Grace Poole apparently setting his bed on fire?

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Q3.Why might Rochester consider marrying Blanche Ingram?

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Q4.Why would it be unusual for Rochester to marry Jane?

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Q5.How does Jane describe her appearance?

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Jane's rival

Let's now test your memory from this lesson!

Q1.Which lady visits Thornfield Hall in this lesson's extract?

1/5

Q2.How does Rochester respond to Grace Poole apparently setting his bed on fire?

2/5

Q3.Why might Rochester consider marrying Blanche Ingram?

3/5

Q4.Why would it be unusual for Rochester to marry Jane?

4/5

Q5.How does Jane describe her appearance?

5/5

Lesson summary: Jane's rival

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