Read Chapters 5 & 6 and respond to the prompts below in complete sentences.
Chapter 5
1. Find 2 quotes that illustrate class differences / polarization.
2. Why is there greater opportunity for James in Australia than England?
3. What had Sibyl's mother done in the past for work? How do you think this impacts her daughter?
4. What does James threaten to do if Dorian hurts his sister?
Chapter 6
1. How do America and England differ in respect to marriage?
2. According to Lord Henry, what is the "real drawback to marriage"?
3. Explain the following: "The basis of optimism is sheer terror."
4. Why, according to Lord Henry, is a cigarette "a perfect pleasure"? What do you think about his rationale?
Due: Friday, 12.16
Chapter 5
1. Find 2 quotes that illustrate class differences / polarization.
2. Why is there greater opportunity for James in Australia than England?
3. What had Sibyl's mother done in the past for work? How do you think this impacts her daughter?
4. What does James threaten to do if Dorian hurts his sister?
Chapter 6
1. How do America and England differ in respect to marriage?
2. According to Lord Henry, what is the "real drawback to marriage"?
3. Explain the following: "The basis of optimism is sheer terror."
4. Why, according to Lord Henry, is a cigarette "a perfect pleasure"? What do you think about his rationale?
Due: Friday, 12.16
