What is the state of the Rivers sisters’ feelings upon leaving Moor House?
They are sad to leave their brother and home to return to their positions as governesses.
What is the setting of Jane’s new workplace and residence?
The village of Morten, in a small, humble cottage next to the schoolhouse.
What is the condition of the schoolhouse and Jane’s initial feelings about her work?
The schoolhouse is cold and poorly equipped; Jane finds the work drab and boring.
What is the character of Jane’s students?
They are rough, uneducated country girls, and Jane finds it challenging to teach them.
Why does Jane realize she is lonely, despite her new situation?
She misses the intellectual company and passionate connection she had with Mr. Rochester.
Who is the one person Jane finds herself constantly visiting and observing?
St. John Rivers.
What is the one source of happiness Jane finds in her humble life?
The knowledge that she is independent and morally secure.
What does Jane start to do to fill the monotonous hours of her evenings?
She draws sketches and reads classical literature.
What is the name of the wealthy young woman St. John visits frequently?
Rosamond Oliver, the daughter of the village’s principal benefactor.
How does St. John behave in the presence of Rosamond Oliver?
He seems troubled and conflicted, admiring her beauty but restraining his feelings.
What does Jane perceive about St. John’s true feelings for Rosamond?
She realizes he is deeply in love with her, but fights against his passion.
Why does St. John believe he cannot marry Rosamond Oliver?
He knows she would be a poor wife for a missionary; she is too frivolous and worldly for his calling.
What does St. John reveal to Jane about his plans?
That he has decided to leave for India as a missionary.
What does St. John do that reveals his great intellectual discipline?
He suppresses his love for Rosamond and resolves to live a life of duty.
What is Jane’s final thought on St. John’s character?
That he is a great, but cold, man who sacrifices happiness for ambition and duty.
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