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    Since what seems like the beginning of human civilization‚ the role of the female has varied from society to society. This role is symbolically represented in The Odyssey by Homer and A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens‚ two of the most famous works of literature‚ and yet two of the most different. In each book‚ the author uses a rich variety of symbolism to express themes he finds necessary to enrich the story. In both books‚ feminine figures are used as symbolism to represent the role of the

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    to life. Identify Jarvis Lorry. Jarvis Lorry is an old man who is from the Tellson’s bank in London. Although he brought Lucie Manette to England shortly after the death of Lucie’s mother’s death‚ he hasn’t been seen since. Why does Lucie faint upon hearing Mr. Lorrie’s story? Lucie faints upon hearing Mr. Lorrie’s story because she hasn’t seen him since he brought Lucie to England. Additionally‚ she learns that her father’s alive in

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    s Tale of Two Cities – Study Guide Questions 2008 Use these over the course of your reading. They are very helpful if you use them!! Book I: "Recalled to Life" Book I‚ Chapter 1: "The Period" 1. What is the chronological setting of this opening chapter? What clues enable us to determine "The Period"? 2. How does Dickens indicate the severity of social conditions in both France and England? 3. Who is the "king with a large jaw and a queen with a plain face"? 4. How does Dickens

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    the aristocrats and their contribution to the cause of the revolution. 5.) Knitting- The knitting referred to is done by Madame Defarge. Throughout the story‚ she is knitting a list of people to kill. This is an important piece of the story. 6.) Mr. Lorry- Mr. Lorry is the first character we meet in the book. He is responsible for the reunion of Dr. Manette and Lucie. He is also significant throughout the story because he is a consistent element who helps to tie the story together. 1.)What

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    affections for Lucie through his actions. 2. The story takes place in two cities: London and Paris. What makes one city different from the other? In Paris‚ there is a sense of urgency and unfairness. The city is filled with a people either extremely poor or extremely wealthy. In London‚ there is less rebellion‚ and less of a class divide. Citizens of Paris are angry and feel a sense of unity with one another. Citizens of London live mediocre lives. 3. Why does Dickens describe Madame Defarge in her

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    Jerry’s voice. Also‚ Lucie is “brought back to life” when she finds out her father is not dead. She no longer has the same quiet air that she had composed from the beginning‚ but instead grabs Mr. Lorry’s wrists and asks to know more. Lucie’s attitude becomes more frantic‚ and her “bodyguard” must come in‚ slightly attack Mr. Lorry‚ and revive the fainted Lucie. The most recognizable form of “Recalled to Life” is Mr. Manette himself. Coming back from prison‚ Mr. Manette had already been partially

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    Storm. In Recalled to Life the characters are Jarvis Lorry‚ Lucie Manette‚ and Monsieur and Madame Defarge. The defarges work at a shop where they sell wine. In this book they have a special name for each other which is “Jacques”. The monsieur Defarge takes care of Doctor Manette which is now insane because he has been in prison for a very long time. He learned the trade of making shoes in prison so he now makes shoes. Miss Lorry and Miss Manette take the Doctor back to England after he recognizes his

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    unique personalities and traits. Lucie Manette and Madame Defarge may seem as different as Alice in Wonderland and the Queen of Hearts‚ but both are passionate‚ strong for the ones they believe in‚ and both demand respect. While differences undoubtedly outweigh the similarities between Lucie and Madame Defarge‚ both have striking likenesses. Both women are passionate about their opinions. Madame Defarge is passionate about hatred for aristocracy and nobles‚ and Lucie with her passionate love for

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    In Book II‚ chapter four: "Congratulatory‚" Darnay has just won his treason case. Doctor Manatte‚ Lucie‚ Lorry‚ and Stryver all congratulate Darnay on the successful trial. After the group disperses‚ Carton invites Darnay‚ his look-alike‚ for a drink at the bar. At the bar‚ Carton asks Darnay if Darnay thinks that Carton likes him. When Darnay is unsure

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    regarding the theme of Duty vs. Desire‚ there seems again some duality. As the former servant of Dr. Manette‚ Ernest Defarge rescues the prisoner freed from the Bastille by the revolutionaries and places him in an apartment behind his wine shop. Out of concern for the doctor‚ Defarge notifies Tellson’s Bank‚ which‚ then‚ summons Mr. Lorry to France. Yet‚ while he shelters the damaged prisoner‚ Defarge is not above displaying him to the Jacques as a victim or tyranny in order to promote the cause of

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