- Helen Burns
- Helen Burns is able to take criticism well is patient unlike Jane. She becomes fond of her because of how intelligence and her ability to answer almost every question thrown at her by the teachers.
Summary:
Jane tries to familiarize herself with the routine and expectations of the school. One day, Jane observes Helen Burns being punished. Jane is puzzled on why Helen is able to withstand the punishment inflicted by Miss Scratcherd. Jane does not believe Helen should have been punished since she was an attentive student. Helen later explains to Jane that she felt she deserved the punishment. She accepts the criticism her teachers have towards her. She is tolerant of punishment, because she believes it is christlike to accept punishment. Helen fits the characteristics of a mentor as described in How to Read Like a Professor, because she gives Jane insight on how one should behave as Jane journeys into adulthood.
Personal Reaction:
- What are your opinions about the character of Helen Burns? What do you think about her beliefs?
- The character of Helen Burns is one that contrasts from the previous figures that we have been introduced to this far in the novel. Her beliefs are the exact opposite to that of Jane, which is exactly why she finds her intriguing. Her intellectual responses to Jane's questions provide insight to our main character that she has not thought of before. (Monica)
- (Ryan): Other than Jane, Helen is the character i favor most in thee story so far. She is intelligent and takes criticism to better herself. She works hard and does not perceive the criticism thrown at her like Jane does, which is negatively, she just looks at it positively and like an advice to improve her skills and herself as a person. I think her beliefs is one that Jane should learn from if she ever wants to be happy in the story.
- In my opinion, Helen Burns is a girl that is mature for her age. She is willing to learn. I think her beliefs are too passive. I think her beliefs greatly contrasts with Jane's beliefs. I think she is a balance to the opinion of how one should behave. (Nicole)
2. What do you think is significant about Helen being the first student at Lowood that Jane communicates with? What are your predictions for their relationship in the future?
- As one of Jane's only friends at Lowood, I can see their relationship developing even further, possibly becoming best friends. The interaction between the two is a foreboding that Helen's beliefs and words will influence Jane's mindset and actions in the future. (Monica)
- (Ryan): The significance is Helen will serve as you can say a "stepping stone" for Jane for how she should be and the figure she should strive to become so she will be successful in the school. Helen will serve as a mentor for Jane and they will become the best of friends and Jane will learn much from her that will make her a better person, mentally and physically.
- I think it is significant that Jane befriends Helen since she can learn from her. I believe Jane is attracted to Helen, because Helen is labelled as a naughty child like herself. I think she is also curious about Helens reasoning towards behavior. I think she will serve as a person Jane will treasure. (Nicole)
“The animadversions or commendations of Miss Scatcherd on the performance”
- Animadversions: Criticism or censure
- Sundry: Of various kinds; several.
- Pinafore:Sleeveless garment worn as an apron
- Satternly: untidy and dirty through habitual neglect
- Expostulation: To reason earnestly with someone in an effort to dissuade or correct; remonstrate.
- Assiduity: Persistent application or diligence; unflagging effort”
- Cumbrous: archaic way of saying cumbersome
- Seraph: A celestial being having three pairs of wings
- Unavailing: ineffectual or useless
- Ruddy: Having a Healthy Reddish color
Chapter 6
- People: Ryan
- Places: Gloria
- Summary: Nicole
- Personal Reaction: Monica
- Vocabulary: Rebecca
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