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1. Analyze the behaviors of Georgiana Reed, Blanche Ingram, and Rosamond Oliver to identify their ultimate objectives. What are these goals? Do you believe these goals are valuable?

2. Compare Georgiana Reed, Blanche Ingram, and Rosamond Oliver with Maria Temple, Helen Burns, Bessie Lee, and the Rivers sisters. What traits set the latter group of women apart?

3. How do Edward Rochester and John Reed differ as sons? As worldly men? What distinct causes lead to their erratic lifestyles?

4. Compare Gateshead, Thornfield, and Moor House. What elements make these places feel warm and inviting or cold and intimidating? Is one of these places more neutral than the others?

5. How does Bronte's depiction of St. John Rivers restore dignity to the ministry following her portrayal of Mr. Brocklehurst? In what ways is Rivers flawed in his religious role, especially in relation to Jane?

6. Summarize Jane Eyre's life philosophy and her set of values. How would she adapt to today's society?

7. Select any three characters from Jane Eyre and analyze them as "victims." Are their victimizations genuine or perceived? Can they alter their circumstances? What must others do to assist them?

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