Notes on Jane Eyre - Chapters 3 to 6

Vocabulary flashcards covering key terms and concepts from the lecture on chapters 3 to 6 of 'Jane Eyre'.

Deceitful

Dishonest or misleading in behavior or character.

Parasite

An organism that lives on or in a host and gets its food at the expense of its host; in the context of the lecture, it refers to how orphans were viewed as burdens.

Hypocrisy

The practice of claiming to have moral standards or beliefs to which one's own behavior does not conform; in this context, it relates to the strictness of the school juxtaposed with its teachings.

Foil

A character that contrasts with another character, often the protagonist, to highlight particular qualities of the other character.

Symbolism

The use of symbols to signify ideas and qualities, giving them symbolic meanings that are different from their literal sense; in the context of Miss Temple's name.

Religious Observances

Acts of worship and observance that demonstrate one's faith, which, in the context of the lecture, are shown to be hypocritical at Lowood.

Education Opportunities

Access to schooling and learning experiences that provide individuals with knowledge and skills; a key theme in Jane's desire for betterment.

Bessie

A nurse who takes care of Jane and evolves into her favorite person in the household.

Mr. Brocklehurst

The tall and somewhat dark figure who frightened Jane, representing authority at Lowood.

Helen Burns

A character who represents the theme of moral strength and religious dedication in the face of abuse.