Flashcards on Francis's Impressions and Nicole's Character

Flashcards covering key vocabulary and themes related to Francis's perspective and Nicole's character development.

Francis's First Impression

The most beautiful girl I had ever seen.

Symbol of Innocence

Her white blouse tucked inside a grey skirt… everything about her was white.

Admiration & Idealisation

Nicole Renard was the queen of the May.

Childhood Innocence

We were both fourteen and the world was a good and safe place.

Emotional Intimacy

We were happy to be together in a secret world of our own.

Quiet Tenderness

Her voice was so low and soft I had to lean forward to hear her.

Nicole's Fear

Don't go. Please don't go.

Loss & Withdrawal

I saw the pale whiteness of her face. And then she was gone.

Attempt at Reassurance

You didn't rape me. You didn't do anything. You couldn't have stopped him.

Emotional Distance

Maybe it would be better if we didn't see each other again.

Blame & Betrayal

I should have known. I should have known.

Nicole's Strength

She turned and walked away, her head held high, walking straight and proud.