Sense and Sensibility

A novel by Jane Austen

The main themes in the novel revolve around the extent to which each of sense and sensibility governs human behaviour. Eighteenth century society, together with its attitudes to money and marriage, and its unique social etiquette, is examined. Austen exposes the fashionable gentility of life in four country houses and in their owners’ London establishments. ID: SN53
Type: resource
Language: English
Subject: English Novel
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  Characters

The text relies on characters to develop its plot and story line. Carefully composed questions lead students to understand the developing and complex motivations of key characters.

Key scenes

Each text has a number of significant scenes which if closely explored reveal important information about plot, character and their development.

Issues

By focusing on a number of issues and asking penetrating questions the student is lead to a deeper understanding of the concerns of the text.

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