Chapter XIII

Question 1

When does Jane first meet Mr. Rochester officially?

Answer 1

Two days after his return, when he sends a message for her to come to the drawing-room in the evening.

Question 2

What is Jane’s first impression of Mr. Rochester in the drawing-room?

Answer 2

He is less handsome and more peculiar than she remembered, but also intelligent and commanding.

Question 3

How does Mr. Rochester treat Jane initially?

Answer 3

He is abrupt, moody, and subjects her to a series of sharp, probing questions.

Question 4

What is the main topic of their first conversation?

Answer 4

He questions her abilities, education, and social standing, and then her drawings.

Question 5

What does Mr. Rochester think of Jane’s portfolio of sketches?

Answer 5

He is surprised and deeply impressed by the passion and originality of her work.

Question 6

What is the nature of Jane’s most striking picture?

Answer 6

A dark, unsettling image of a submerged female figure with an emerald bracelet, surrounded by a troubled sea.

Question 7

What question does Mr. Rochester ask Jane that makes her realize her lowly position?

Answer 7

He asks if she finds him handsome, to which she replies, “No, Sir.”

Question 8

How does Mr. Rochester describe Adèle’s parentage and history?

Answer 8

He suggests she is the daughter of Céline Varens, a French opera-dancer who was his mistress.

Question 9

Why does Mr. Rochester keep Adèle, even though he suspects she is not his child?

Answer 9

He feels a sense of pity and responsibility for her as a neglected orphan.

Question 10

What does Jane realize during their conversation about Mr. Rochester’s past?

Answer 10

That he has a troubled, complex history involving foreign travel and dissipation.

Question 11

What does Mr. Rochester request Jane to do every evening?

Answer 11

To join him in the drawing-room for conversation after Adèle goes to bed.

Question 12

What does Jane reflect on as she returns to her room?

Answer 12

That Mr. Rochester is plain but has a fascinating, speaking eye and a captivating mind.

Question 13

What does Mr. Rochester give Adèle after their first evening together?

Answer 13

A new pink and white dress and a locket.

Question 14

How does Jane feel about the prospect of spending her evenings with Mr. Rochester?

Answer 14

She is curious and interested, finding the conversations stimulating despite his moodiness.

Question 15

What is the general routine established between Jane and Mr. Rochester?

Answer 15

They spend two hours together each night, discussing various subjects from his life and travels.