AS ENGLISH LITERATURE
POETRY AND PROSE – POST 1800
JANE EYRE – ESSAY QUESTIONS
Either
a) ‘Mr Rochester is both Jane’s master and her pupil.’
In the light of this comment, discuss Bronte’s presentation of the relationship between Jane and Rochester.
Or
b) Charlotte Bronte’s sensational effects are always grounded in the everyday world.’
How far and in what ways do you agree with this view of Jane Eyre?
Either
a) ‘Above all, Jane Eyre is a love story.’
How far and in what ways do you agree with this view?
Or
b) ‘The novel’s settings reflect Jane’s powerful emotions.’
In the light of this comment, discuss the significance of the settings in Jane Eyre.
Either
a) ‘Jane is an extremely passionate heroine.’
In the light of this comment explore passion in the character of Jane.
Or
b) ‘Names play an important role in understanding the novel.’
In the light of this comment explore symbolism in Jane Eyre.
Either
a) ‘For each is the saviour to the other.’
How far and in what ways is this statement an accurate description of the relationship between Rochester and Jane?
Or
b) Bronte has been described as ‘acutely aware of place.’
In the light of this comment explore the significance of setting in Jane Eyre.
Either
a) ‘Bronte’s mastery of suspense keeps the reader in a state of arousal and tension.’
In the light of this comment explore the narrative technique in Jane Eyre.
Or
b) ‘At the centre of all great literature there is conflict.’
In the light of this comment explore the significance of conflict in Jane Eyre.
Either
a) ‘Charlotte Bronte’s use of dialogue creates dramatic interest in the novel.’
In the light of this comment, discuss Bronte’s use of dialogue.
Or
b) ‘Bronte’s first person narrative is a master stroke of genius.’
How far and in what ways do you agree with this view of Jane Eyre.
