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Key learning points

  1. In this lesson, we will see Jane arrive at Thornfield and begin her work as a governess. We will see what happens when she finds out that this country hall holds many dark secrets.

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5 Questions

Q1.
Which teacher does Jane become good friends with?
Miss Scatcherd
Correct answer: Miss Temple
Mr Brocklehurst
Q2.
What is the first job that Jane begins after she finishes her education?
A governess
Correct answer: A teacher at Lowood School
A writer
Q3.
Which person's influence helps Jane become more self-controlled?
Miss Scatcherd
Correct answer: Miss Temple
Mr Brocklehurst
Q4.
What do the 'blue peaks' that Jane gazes at symbolise?
Her desire to become a painter
Her fears of leaving Lowood
Correct answer: Her longing for freedom and adventure
Q5.
How many years passes throughout this extract?
Five years
Correct answer: Seven years
Six years

5 Questions

Q1.
What is the name of the housekeeper at Thornfield?
Adele
Mr Rochester
Correct answer: Mrs Fairfax
Q2.
What is the name of the French girl whom Jane will be educating?
Correct answer: Adele
Grace Poole
Mrs Fairfax
Q3.
What is the name of the owner of Thornfield Hall?
Grace Poole
Correct answer: Mr Rochester
Mrs Fairfax
Q4.
What does Jane hear in the corridors of Thornfield?
Someone crying
Correct answer: Someone laughing
Someone singing
Q5.
What fairytale does Thornfield remind Jane of?
Beauty and the Beast
Correct answer: Bluebeard
Cinderella