Pride and Prejudice
What is the name of the estate owned by Mr. Darcy?
Pemberley
What letter does Hester Prynne wear on her chest, and what does it symbolize?
The letter “A,” which initially symbolizes adultery but later takes on meanings like “able” or “angel.”
Which of King Lear’s daughters refuses to flatter him and is disinherited?
Cordelia
What does the scarlet letter “A” come to symbolize by the end of The Scarlet Letter?
It symbolizes resilience and Hester’s ability to redefine her identity.
Who says this and what prompts it? “Till this moment, I never knew myself.”
Elizabeth Bennet, after reading Darcy’s letter and realizing her prejudice.
Who is Elizabeth Bennet’s closest friend, and whom does she marry?
Charlotte Lucas, who marries Mr. Collins.
Which character is revealed to be Hester’s husband?
Roger Chillingworth
Who are the two sons of the Earl of Gloucester, and how do they contrast?
Edgar (legitimate and loyal) and Edmund (illegitimate and scheming).
In King Lear, what does the storm on the heath symbolize?
The chaos in Lear’s mind and the unraveling of his kingdom.
“Thou shalt lie down with him in death.” (The Scarlet Letter)
Roger Chillingworth, to Hester, threatening Dimmesdale.
What does Mr. Darcy do to help resolve the scandal involving Lydia and Wickham?
He pays off Wickham’s debts and arranges their marriage.
What natural setting serves as a place of freedom and honesty for Hester and Dimmesdale?
The forest.
What storm serves as a turning point in the play, symbolizing Lear’s mental and emotional turmoil?
The literal storm on the heath.
In Pride and Prejudice, what is the significance of Pemberley?
It symbolizes Mr. Darcy’s true character and serves as a turning point in Elizabeth’s feelings toward him.
“How sharper than a serpent’s tooth it is / To have a thankless child!” (King Lear)
King Lear, about Goneril.
How does Elizabeth first learn the truth about Mr. Darcy’s actions and character?
Through a letter he writes to her after she rejects his proposal.
How does Hawthorne describe Pearl’s role in Hester’s life?
Pearl is described as both a blessing and a constant reminder of Hester’s sin.
Which character disguises themselves as “Poor Tom” to escape persecution?
Edgar
How does Hawthorne use light and shadow imagery in The Scarlet Letter?
Light and shadow symbolize truth and concealment, often reflecting characters’ moral struggles.
What theme does this highlight?
“A woman’s vanity is more dangerous than her wit.” (Pride and Prejudice)
The theme of appearances vs. reality and societal judgments on women.
How do the opening lines of the novel reflect its themes of marriage and social expectations?
“It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife” satirizes societal pressures on wealth and marriage.
What is the significance of the scaffold scenes in the novel?
The scaffold scenes mark key moments of public shame, confession, and resolution in the narrative.
What is the tragic flaw that leads to King Lear’s downfall?
His inability to see the true nature of his daughters.
What recurring theme is shared by all three works, The Scarlet Letter, King Lear, and Pride and Prejudice?
The theme of judgment, whether societal, familial, or personal.
“The scarlet letter had not done its office.” (The Scarlet Letter)
What does this mean?
The scarlet letter failed to shame Hester into repentance as society intended; instead, it became a symbol of her resilience.