LITERATURE QUESTIONS
CULTURAL AND LITERARY (18TH 19TH) CENTURIES
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They are somewhat jaded, but all are finally good at heart.
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They are almost universally self-absorbed and willing to do anything to get what they want.
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They tend to value love above money and honor.
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They provide a moral example for the lower classes.
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Detailed explanation-1: -There are several characters within William Congreve’s The Way of the World, but the most notable are Millamant, Fainall, and Edward Mirabell.
Detailed explanation-2: -The plot concerns the efforts of the lovers Millamant and Mirabell to obtain the permission of Millamant’s aunt for their marriage. Despite a scheme that goes awry and after several misunderstandings and other complications are cleared up, the two finally obtain her consent.
Detailed explanation-3: -Jealousy, Deceit, and Intrigue. In Congreve’s play, jealousy, deceit, and intrigue are important and interrelated plot devices that drive the action of the play by creating conflict between characters. Wits and Fools. Men vs. Female (In)dependence. Love and Money.