I am writing this discourse on the subject of you taking over my duties during my absence.In the first instance I want to warn you that mr Algernon Moncrieff is a really special character,hence I desire that you read this scrupulously.

The first advice I want to give you is to not confer the subject of marriage to Mr Moncrieff in any conditions.One needs to understand that Mr Moncrieff has a propensity to dislike the sound of marriage.In his eyes, divorces are made in heaven.Consequently,be aware not to confer any of your past experiences of marriage as he will demonstrate no interest in those.Mr Moncrieff prefers to keep a distance between him and his servant.

As I have been looking after Mr Moncrieff for a prolonged period now , you need to be aware that Mr Moncrieff has an appetite beyond limits.The two things he appreciates are cucumber sandwiches and muffins.It is prominent that one always provide Mr Moncrieff with his food otherwise he will feel joyless.Mr Moncrieff is fond in having his afternoon tea at the precise time. Additionally you need to be conscious that Mr Moncrieff frequently takes short breaks in order to escape dull social obligations.Mr Moncrieff refers this as 'bunburying'. Routinely you can discuss this subject with Mr Moncrieff however at no instance you should discuss his absences to his Aunt Lady Bracknell.

Mr Moncrieff appraises his love to piano.You need to establish the fact that Mr Moncrieff believes that piano has to be played with expression.Do not lampoon the manner in which Mr Moncrieff plays piano.I had restrained myself to listen to Mr Moncrieff playing hence you may want to follow this rule.

Throughout the period in which you are covering my duties , you may come across visitors in M Moncrieff 's flat which is situated in Half-Moon Street.Mr Algernon Moncrieff s best friend comes occasionally.Both spend their time having disputes but they have a positive relationship.Another person you may come across is Mr Moncrieff's aunt Lady Bracknell as I have briefly mentioned earlier.You have to be conscious about not getting into any confrontation with her.Lady Bracknell is a member of the aristocracy which signify she really requires a tremendous amount of attention.At no time she should feel affronted by your demeanor.My personal advice would be to avoid any private time with her.

Mr Algernon Moncrieff is a really challenging young character however if you adjust your behaviour correctly,I have no worries about yourself spending a quite enjoyable time at the house.

Best of luck
Lane.

Resolution of the play.

In the play 'The importance of Being Earnest' the family issue concerning Jack Worthing is solved.In the first instance this resolution leads to Jack creating a name in the society which he was anonymous to.This is important as Lady Bracknell, which is a member of the Aristocracy neglected Jack for his insufficient status earlier in the play ends up being related to him.Moreover the attitudes and demeanor of the Victorian society is lampooned by Wilde as Lady Bracknell is shown to be a 'shortsighted' character lost in her passion of money.I believe this is the climax of the play as it creates an equilibrium in the society signifying the resolution creates a stable relationship between all characters.It was discovered that Lady Bracknell is Jack's aunty in the end. and therefore Jack is Algernon 's older brother.Consequently, this means the two characters are related.

The final sequence of the play is quite eccentric from an audience member 's point of view or as a reader as  the majority of the readers did not expect it.Wilde wanted his audience to understand the negative aspects of being a member of the Victorian society and how this behaviour can lead to being humiliated by employing Lady Bracknell to demonstrates this.Neverthless,it is quite ironic that the fact Lady Bracknell herself is not part of the Aristocracy from b                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          irth ; therefore we establish that Lady Bracknell is a hypocrite by criticising Jack.

Oscar Wilde is an Irish  writer and poet who born in October 16 1890.He is mostly remembered for is epigrams  ,plays and witty way of criticizing the Victorian society.This occured mainly through his numerous plays and certain believe this was the the controvesy of being imprisoned was born.Oscar Wilde had succesful parents as they were both really clever .Oscar Wilde was trinlingual as he was fluent at french and German.He had an interest in philosophy from young age and this was one of the reason for his entry at Oxford University.


He was 6'3.


He was known by many as a  gifted poet, playwright, and wit, Oscar Wilde was a phenomenon in 19th century England. He was illustrious for preaching the importance of style in life and art, and of attacking Victorian narrow mindedness.
A gifted poet, playwright, and wit, Oscar Wilde was a phenomenon in 19th century England. He was illustrious for preaching the importance of style in life and art, and of attacking Victorian narrow mindedness.


He died on the 30 November 1900 in, Paris, France (acute meningitis, following an ear infection) at 46 years old.




Here are some famous quotes by the one and only Oscar Wilde:
There is only one thing in the world worse than being talked about, and that is not being talked about.'
I adore persons better than principles and persons with no principles more than anything else in the world.
We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars.
Men can be analyzed, women ... merely adored.
I couldn't help it. I can resist everything except temptation.
I must decline your invitation owing to a subsequent engagement.

The Importance of D.D Chasuble.

I  D.D Chasuble, doctor of divinity am the rector on Jack’s estate.I decide who is christened.I am also  the head of the church and the ONLY with an university degree signifying that all the other characters are nitwitted.


Jack and Algernon both approach me Dr. Chasuble, the reverent , the almighty,the omnipotent ,when they are in need for help their love life, desiring to be christened “Ernest.”


I am the key to life and religion.


I am the only character that can permit people to marry each other?Without me, the world will be full of people committing sins such as adultery.


Perhaps Algernon and Jack commit these types of sins.


I have the power to hold two ceremonies at a time,no other character can.


Consequently I have all the power I have secret romantic feelings for Miss Prism. The initials in my name stand for “Doctor of Divinity.” which demonstrates everything.I am God like what can I say?.


I enjoy strolls in the park 
Jack?Algernon? they are just immature little youths.I have Ms Prism, the mature and attractive woman in the play.


Cecily is attentive, and Gwendolyn is just like her mother.


They are just women.I believe they are bad tempered however my Prism is just perfect.I have the propensity to share the same opinion as my love which is that young woman are green.I speak in metaphors.I am so smart what can I say? 

Lady Bracknell speech to Lord Bracknell.

Lord Bracknell , I feel bound to tell you that today i experienced a quite absurd situation.A man so called Worthing who was not in my list of eligible young man attempted to marry our daughter , an unspoiled nature like Gwendolen.His aproach seemed sensible at first as Mr Worthing owned a country house,but I say my excitement did not endure long enough as he did not have any relations.Being part of the aristocracy has high demands.You are aware of this as much as me.Allowing this young man to marry our Gwendolen is surely not a wise or lucrative choice to make.Lord Bracknell it is apparent that we will decide who she will marry,if your health permits you.It appears to be that this mutual decision may be down to myself only.It is hardly a matter that our young daughter will be permitted to engage for herself regardless of the young man's demeanor.


I am unsure if there is anything close to insanity in the air of Hertfordshire but the number of engagements taking place are above the normal average.I am sure that you cannot disagree as I,Lady Bracknell of the British Aristocracy have a propensity to be correct.


Briefly after departing from Lady Harbury's house which resembled twenty years younger after her poor husband 's death, I decided to pay our young Algernon a short visit.Something was very strange.Indeed very eccentric that his friend Bunbury was ill again.Bunbury needs to make his mind up whether he wants to live or die.Algernon and yourself are aware that I do not approve any empathy towards invalids.But I must say that I am delighted that Algernon agreed to expurgate French songs from my programme.They make me feel ambivalent which is rather immaterial from my perspective.


Meanwhile Lay down,and do not sleep with covers on.I must say covers make you feel better as they assist the cold.

Gwendolen Diary extract

Dear Diary, 


Today i witnessed the be perhaps the best day of my life.My dreams of marrying someone called Ernest are coming true , I am marrying someone called Ernest.Can you believe it?It all commenced when Mr Worthing started to talk the weather, which made me feel nervous as whenever people talk to me about the weather ,I always feel quite certain that they mean something else.I started to feel nervous.I told Mr Worthing to take advantage of Mamma's temporary absence and i advised him to do so.Oh dear diary, i am sure you are aware as much as me of Mamma's way of coming back suddently into a room that i discussed with her at numerous times.But suddenly he declared his love to me and asked me if i loved him.The only response i could give was 'Passionately'.


For an eccentric reason,my own Ernest asked me if I would still love him if his name was not Ernest.But i told him Ernest produces vibrations.It is such a divine name.The only safe name is Ernest!Silly Ernest he forgot to propose me.I told him quite frankly that i was fully determined to accept my own Ernest.


Mamma entered and disturbed our privacy by saying that Papa and her will decide who I will be engaged to.I reproached her but mamma instructed me to get in the carriage.The old fashioned respect for the young is fast dying out.


My dear diary help me , my eternal love for the name Ernest is much frankly immense.Mamma needs to understand that this name is divine!

How does Wilde create humour at the expense of his characters Gwendolen and Cecily?

The Importance of Being Earnest is a play that has been written throughout the Victorian period in 1895 by Oscar Wilde.In his play Wilde skewers the customs of the Victorian society by his use of witty line , and numerous devices.Women are also used very wisely to create humour as they are an important aspect of the play.Some of Wilde's techniques to create humour will be discussed below.


       Gwendolen comes across as a pretentious character all along the play.The fact that she is so fixated on marrying someone named Earnest directly creates mirth in the auditorium.Her preoccupation is to pursue virtue and appearance which is similar to what upper classes had a propensity to do.Consequently not realising that she is being fooled by a man pretending to be named Earnest with an extensive deception.An important remark about Gwendolen and Cecily 's relationship is that throughout their argument the way the address each other transforms.Gwendolen first begins to address to Cecily as 'darling' which a noun used as an affectionate form of address to a 'beloved' person.This demonstrates a positive relationship between the two Victorians.Nevertheless , this dramatically changes throughout.Gwendolen commences to change the way she interacts with Cecily by calling her by'Miss Cardew'As a reader , I can directly establish that their relationship is deteriorating. The audience finds the argument between the two woman in Act 2 amusing as they are aware that they are quarrelling and blaming  each other for something none of the two is actually responsible for.If Gwendolen is the product of London's upper class,Cecily has to be the antithesis. She is involved in the argument with Gwendolen and at numerous times, she is seen to be vehement.This is apparent when she demands Gwendolen if she desires some sugar in her tea.Gwendolen superciliously respond that it is not fashion able any more.This leads to Cecily angrily putting four lumps of sugar in her tea.This is amusing for audience as they understand that their quarrel isn't only verbally but physically too.Their gestures and actions clarify their feeling and emotions.The climax of their conversation has to be when Gwendolen says'From the moment i saw you ,i distrusted you.I felt you were false and deceitful'.The audience will find this line by Gwendolen really hilarious.This is a contrast to what she said when Cecily entered which was'Something tells me we are going to be good friend'My first impressions of people are never wrong'.The audience straight away is aware that this will not be the case and this creates humour.The title'The Importance of Being Earnest' plays good role for the audience to establish the nature of their argument.Moreover the fact that ,neither Jack or Algernon was earnest created this turmoil between the two female characters.This whole concept is also humorous to the audience.We could also use cross reference the fact that Jack portrayed Gwendolen at the beginning of Act 1 as 'sensible girl'The audience would therefore feel that wasn't the case as throughout act 2 , sensibility by the way she interacted with Gwendolen.This once again creates humour.


Throughout the play , Gwendolen and Cecily are manipulated by Wilde to create humour.Oscar Wilde uses the naivety of both girls to generate ambivalent reactions from the audience.The way they address each other changes through their emotions and this leads to the audience being amused.

Annotate: Showing K&U or language and literary features as well as context.

Gwendolen:Outside the family circle, papa, i am glad to say , is entirely unknown.I think it is quite as it should be.The home seems to me to be the proper sphere for the man.And certainly once  a man begins to neglect his domestic duties he becomes painfully effeminate, does he not?And i don't like that.It makes men so very attractive.Cecily,mamma whose views on education are remarkably strict , has brought me up to be extremely short-sighted;it is part of he system;so do you mind my looking at you through my glasses?


Cecily: Oh! Not at all , Gwendolen , i am very fond of being looked at.




The importance of being Earnest is a play that has been written in 1895 by Oscar Wilde throughout Victorian Period.In this play Oscar Wilde uses different ways, to skewer the aristocracy and attitudes towards different things by the use of inversions and many other devices.


When Gwendolen says to Cecily:'Outside the family circle , papa , i am glad to say , is entirely unknown'.The first's impression of the reader is the wrong placement of the words in the sentence which could also be referred as syntax.The word 'unknown' is used in the end of the sentence instead of being normally placed in the middle in a standard sentence.The reason for this is Wilde is trying to build tension and give away the purpose of the sentence at the end to create an ambivalent response of the audience which is confusion and then make them laugh.At this particular moment , the word unknown is an adjective , which is an attribute and gives extra information about the subject which is the father.This line could also be interpreted as an inversion.The reason for this is , that Gwendolen seems to have a reluctant demeanor towards her father, however throughout the Victorian periods, fathers were the foundation of a family, and lead the family by having full respect.Consequently, this is an inversion of a normal society of  the Victorian period.Tension is one the most prominent facet of drama , and Wilde utilizes it in an scrupulous way to get the response he is looking for.Gwendolen is also very opinionated , she gives her own opinion, which could be a good way for Wilde to lampoon her judgmental attitudes and therefore skewer the fact that she has been raised in a background where the members of her family are aristocrats.Furthermore , the quotation mentioned above is a complex sentence.This means it contains both a dependent and an independent clause.The quotation's dependent clause is 'Outside the family circle.' and the independent clause is 'is entirely unknown.'Moreover Gwendolen comes across as the dominant speaker in this dialogue, because it is apparent that she speaker more than Cecily which signify that she is in control of the topic or subject.Wilde once again could use this to criticize the fact that she is similar to her mother that i don't really appreciate'Lady Bracknell'.


Oscar Wilde employs another inversion throughout the dialogue, this is when Gwendolen says:'The home seems to me be the proper sphere of the men.'This firstly seems to make the audience bewildered as normally people have a propensity to believe the opposite.Once again , Gwendolen seems very opinionated which could  give the reader a negative image of Gwendolen and maybe of even women in the play , as Lady Bracknell too makes us sense a feeling of dislike.Some would believe she could come across as sexist. Furthermore , She brings the idea of girl's being in control of the society which enhance Lady Bracknell's overpower in all decisions made.An association between her and her mother is directly drawn.There is also a possibility that this could be linked with the title'The importance of Being Earnest'In this case , she gave her opinion , and she is most likely to be honest.Honesty is an important aspect of Earnestness in my own belief , hence the Title could be interpreted in different ways.If referring to the context of the play , in Victorian periods , women were normally classified as less prominent than men.One example was they were allowed to be beaten by their husbands.By utilizing an inversion , Oscar Wilde portrays the society to be the other way around and therefore to be a society of craziness.


Oscar Wilde uses different way to criticize the attitudes of the society throughout the dialogue between Cecily and Gwendolen.Wilde uses inversions at numerous times throughout it , which makes it apparent at each time that the Victorians carried themselves in a different way that his descriptions.

Similarities between Cecile and Algernon.

What are the similarities between Cecily and Algernon? Compare and contrast their use of inversions and the role which imagination plays in their lives.

Oscar Wilde associates Cecile and Algernon for a specific reason in his speech.The reason for this , is by using two characters , it is easier for him to skewer the Victorian society.Throughout the opening sequence , we find out Algernon's views on marriage.This is when he says'Divorces are made in heaven'.This is an inversion used by Wilde to portray some Victorians views and belief on the dull subject of marriage.Furthermore , Algernon's view is important as it is a contrast compared to the other characters's notions on marriage in the play such as Jack.However Cecily on the other side , has to endure her boring lessons and make a good marriage.This is ironic as both characters end up getting together.As mentioned above , Cecile is supplied with German lessons from her guardian Ms Prism', which she finds really boring and dull, meaning she hasn't got  such a positive demeanor on certain things and therefore she allows Wilde to criticize the attitude of Victorian women.Alternatively,Algernon is similar to her , as he is also used by Wilde to skewer the Victorian society.He spends his time , either eating or being narcissistic which is a negative facet of humans.This means that both characters are both willing to break the rules and are petulant.

Oscar Wilde also uses Inversions when describing the power of Cecily in the relationship between her and Algernon.Most people would believe that as women were under men in the hierachy of the victorian society , it is rational that women obey their husband'or fiance.Notwithstanding in this play , It is the opposite as Cecile seems to be in control of the couple.Both characters use witty epigrams , and are both guided by passion and immediate gratification.They pursue life with a vengeance aiming for what they desire and oblivious to the consequences.This is the complete opposite to their counterparts which believe in having a good image , condescense and in snobberry.

Word analyse.

The Importance of Being Earnest is a play written by Oscar Wilde throughout Victorian Period.In his play he uses various techniques to appeal to his audience which are seeking comedy..It a comedy of manner that satirizes Victorian manners and customs , but he does with a light , witty style that's absolutely unforgettable.He uses inversions , metaphors ,puns and many more.His use of language is also important to create comedy and some quotations will be discussed below


Throughout the opening sequence of the play' Algernon states'I really don't see anything romantic in proposing.It is very romantic to be in love.But there is nothing romantic, a definite proposal why one may be accepted.One usually i believe then the excitement is all over.The very essence of romance is uncertainty.If i ever get married,I ll try to forget the fact'.Oscar Wilde uses Algernon as a  prop to skewer the Victorians 's demeanor towards marriage.He begins by giving an opinion about romance which he then confirms with his own theory of romance.This used to be a common notion throughout , as  Victorians believed that love wasn't so important , and believed that marriage was only necessary for business.Algernon's notion seems understandable for numerous reasons , one of them being his personality of creating humor throughout the play , moreover he is also younger than Jack which explains his inexperience.The word ' But' is a irregular word pattern which is used in unformal speeches.This supports his youthfulness as well as his age , and his behavior which are informal.The part of the quotation which says ' The very essence of romance is uncertainity' is a inversion used by Wilde.Normally people tend to believe romance is based on trust and certainity however Wilde writes the opposite which is sarcastic.

Oscar Wilde also uses puns to criticize Victorian customs.He play with the word ' Earnest through it's different semantics'This is when Algernon says: You have to told me it is Earnest . I have introduced you to everyone as Earnest , You answer the name Earnest , you look as your name is Earnest , You are the most Earnest person i know'The word Earnest is used for different meanings in this specific moment.It is firstly used to represent Jack as Earnest which is his 'fake' name.However, shortly after , Algernon says to Jack that he is the most Earnest person he knows.This is irony used by Wilde to an extreme level, as throughout the book Jack is everything but Earnest.Jack lied at numerous occasions to Gwendolen and the most smashing lie he has made is saying his name was Earnest.The use of repetition is also important as in a live performance of the play  it would stay in the audience's mind.

Another moment when Wilde uses Algernon to skewer the system is when he says' I haven't the smallest of doing anything of the kind.To begin with i dine there on Monday and once a week is quite enough to due with one 's own relations.This is inversion used by Wilde.Throughout the Victorian Era , family life was considered as one of the prominent facet of a human's life.Notwithstanding Algernon seems to doing the whole opposite by saying he is not too keen on spending time with his own family.Perhaps Oscar Wilde's voice is emerging through the character of Algernon and giving his own belief on the subject of family.In a performance this would lead to an instant reaction of the audience feeling sceptical and bewildered however this will change after realizing the method used by Wilde is to promote comedy.

How did Oscar Wilde explore Hypocrisy?

How did Oscar Wilde explore Hypocrisy?

The  novel Importance of being Earnest by Oscar Wilde was written in 1835 during Victorian Periods.Throughout the play , the reader discovers many themes , such as marriage , or the hypocrisy of the society during that period.Wilde utilizes various ways to approach this, which are his use of inversions and his satirical language.

 in the opening of act2 , Wilde uses inversions when Gwendolen says’ the old fashion respect for the young is fast dying out.Whatever influence i ever had over mamma , i lost at the age of 3.’This leads to the reader being flabbergasted by the current statement which in fact meaning the whole opposite.This is however an interesting notion from Gwendolen as it clarifies her view on how the role of respect differs through.Aswell as she adds her own experience of it to back up her statement.Moreover this could also be a device used by Wilde to give his own opinion on the society which he really dislike after their numerous prejudices on his sexuality.In other words Wilde is seeking  ‘ a payback’.

Furthermore , there is another moment when Oscar Wilde uses Inversion.This is when Algernon says: ‘Divorces are made in heaven’In this part of the play , Wilde labels divorces as a gift of God which is Heaven.Notwithstanding, this could have various purposes.Perhaps Wilde is trying to give his personal views on marriage. However another possibility could be that Wilde is trying to create a character that would mock the system of marriage which was prominent during  Victorian Era’s as it would set your status and importance in the society.Therefore Wilde might be exposing the attitudes of some characters toward marriage during that particular moment which left a mark on him.

Wilde also criticizes the hypocrisy of the society by exploring many other themes , such as money , and attitude towards marriage.Lady Bracknell being a member of the aristocracy is one of Wilde’s main targets.She comes across as a character which has a list of ‘eligible bachelors’.Just by that this the audience gets an idea of her personality and her position in the hierarchy of statuses.Nevertheless she is also established by Wilde as  ‘money hungry’.This is shown throughout her interrogation, when she states’:A country house! how many bedrooms?well that point can be cleared afterwards’ The use of punctuation and the use of prosodic feature is also important to maximise the semantic of this quotation. Consequently , Oscar Wilde uses Lady Bracknell to criticize the behaviour of the upper class and expose it to his readers.

How are the characters, attitudes and prejudices of Cecily Cardew, Miss prism and Dr. Chausable are established during the opening of Act 2’

The importance of being Earnest is a script which was written by Oscar Wilde throughout Victorian Era. Wilde is keen to expose the hypocrisies of the Victorian era.In this play , he criticize the society by his  abundance use of satire language, his farcical inversions  and by the manner he portrays characters. At the beginning of Act 2 , Oscar Wilde uses various ways to distinguish to his readers the different characters and attitudes towards the society in the play and the way he shows it is by using the Victorian Melodrama ( exaggeration of the society) .

 First of all , i would like to discuss the character of Cecily.She comes across as a character who avoids her schoolbooks and most importantly her German lessons.This is predicated when she says:’But i don’t like German it isn’t at all a becoming language’. She would rather write than read and pulls out her diary, where she records her ‘wonderful secrets’A prominent thing to consider is that Jack Worthing desired himself that Cecily improves in all possible ways however she forgoes to do it , in other hand which could also mean she is refraining from the expectations of the Victorian era. Notwithstanding she also comes across as a welcoming character which confirm her status in the society To refer to the context , during Victorian period the higher class were educated and respectful especially towards other member of the higher class.The reader discover this when she says to Meriman’ I suppose you had better talk to the housekeeper about a room for him’.

The character of Ms Prism is different to Cecily.We first see Miss Prism in her role as educator, which she takes very seriously. As an unmarried woman in a society obsessed with marriage, Miss Prism takes her job as her identity. It gives her some status, when she normally would have none. She uses a lot of flashy vocabulary "utilitarian" and "vacillating" and even tries to impress Dr. Chasuble which she clearly appreciate a lot by her use of coinage such  as "womanthrope’ She is also conveyed  as an affable , virtuous and respectful character.She states: ‘I am surprised at you.  Mr. Worthing has many troubles in his life.  Idle merriment and triviality would be out of place in his conversation .You must remember his constant anxiety about that unfortunate young man his brother’. From this junction we learned that she highly approves of Jack’s presumed respectability and harshly criticizes his “unfortunate” brother.

The last character i would like to analyse is Doctor Chasuble. As the only clergyman in the play Wilde uses him really effectively to expose hypocrisy of the Victorian society. The playwright has already lampooned or publicly criticized  the Victorian ‘virtues’ of beauty, youth, fashion, social ascendancy, and education  he isn’t going to leave out religious piety. Chasuble is willing to christen the two wannabe Ernest’s which are Algernon and Jack with no real interrogation . Christening is a sacrament, usually meaning "sacred," but Chasuble just seems gay to get on with the business. Nevertheless this is ironic as during the Victorian Periods , many asserted that religion was the most prominent aspect of life hence be taken really attentively.

Analyse of Act1 Scene1

During the opening of Act one , Algernon is the one leading the topics , and is the dominant speaker.The audience notices this when Moncrieff brings the subject of "Bunburiyst" up,  which makes the audience understand what the next part of the play is going to consist of.This is an example of coinage. This first makes the audience bewildered.However later on they understand that the relationship between the speakers is really close and that has created that sort of effect.Another thing to consider is , that this technique used by Wilde illustrates their status and their relationship to the reader.

Algernon really stresses about some particular words for multiple reasons.As an actor , he emphasizes some words to the audienceFor example as listed above the word "Bunburyst".Consequently this will lead to the audience genuinely concentrating on some specific words and realize how prominent they are going to be in that part of the play when used by Wilde.Another device utilized by Wilde is the use of Prosodic features when some words are used.The stage directions illustrates it to the readers "Sententiously".This defines the personality of Algernon or the way he feels at that specific moment which is then clarified to the audience.Moreover they will deduce of what the next part of the play will constitute of and will feel less 

Another important key thing in the play is the manner in which both characters approach each other while communicating and how this later on creates an impact on the audience.Algernon and Jack being really close friends, will communicate in a really relaxed manner without any doubt hence this will be informal language.Furthermore the actors familiarize with each other.This is demonstrated by the multiple times when Jack call Algernon "Algy".This confirms to the audience their liaison.



My selected part that i would like to discuss:
Page 17 , Jack's and Gwendolen's conversation.

During that conversation which is taking place after Lady Bracknell and Algernon left to visit the music room, Gwendolen and Jack discuss their feelings toward each other.This leads to Jack proposing her to marry him.


Throughout the conversation , Gwendolen seems to be the dominant speaker.The reader is alerted by this ,when he discovers that the lenght of her text  is certainly longer than Jack's.By the content of their discussion the audience can also establish that this is an emotional and unique moment in both characters's life , which will lead them both to use a high inflection in their voices.This is caused by the nerves and happiness that they are enduring."In addition this is confirmed by one of the stage direction labelled as "Glibly" in one of Gwendolen's lines.This once again ratifies the fervent feeling which sets the mood and atmosphere in the auditorium.The audience comprehend this and deduce that this is really effective and dexterous from Wilde.


The purpose of that specific part of the play(why is it written) is to illustrate to the audience and "story tell" what the current situation is about,moreover  the relationship between the two characters.In this stage, the audience finds out that Gwendolen and Jack are about to come to a pact in their relationship.Regarding to the use of para linguistic Jack is kneeling on his knee while proposing to Gwendolen.This will have a much more powerful effect to the audience than verbal speech.The reason for that is , the kneeling down is a symbolic gesture.Aforementioned this is a prominent part in the selected section, because it will make the audience understand the whole concept of their dialogue.


Jack is the character that sets the topic.He nervously says :" Miss Fairfax since i met you i have admired more than any girl.. "This is a sudden change of topic as they commenced by talking about the weather.This is important to the audience's notion on the characters.This establish the personality of Jack to the audience.The audience find out that Jack is a very nervous character , however he prefers to talk about the thing he came to talk about hence he is serious about  it.A different moment where Wilde uses para linguistics is when the couple are having physical contact to approve their love such as mouth to mouth contact or hugs.This reveals to audience Gwendolen's and Jack's affection and feelings towards  each other which is crucial in the understand of the the section that I have selected.


Both characters are turn taking during their conversation.They both listen to each other in a scrupulous way.an example of this is when states..Jack:"i do mean something else" Gwendolen:"I thought so. In fact, i am never wrong"This is a sign of their  way of appreciating each other , and really paying attention of what is being said which is crucial in a relationship.The manner in which both character are approaching each other is formal.The way Wilde represents it when Jack calls Gwendolen "Miss Fairfax in sign of respect.


The last device utilized by Wilde that i would like to discuss is the use of tone by each characters.During the proposal , both characters are most likely to use a really earnest tone of voice as they are describing how they feel.A particular moment where Jack could use a truthful voice is when Jack says to Gwedolen: since i met you i have admired more than any girl..I have ever met since i met you.


So i conclude that in this moment in the play , Gwendolen and Jack's performance play a crucial role in the understanding of the piece.Wilde uses different techniques to maximize the understanding of the audience such as Para linguistics , turn taking , tone of voices , inflections and manner.All have significant impacts on the audience in different ways.Wilde is full of success in presenting it as i felt no trouble imagining it in my head.

Algernon: My dear fellow Jack , take a seat (Jack nervously takes a seat), so tell me Jack let's get straight to business , just how you like it. What is this emergency you have been telling me about?
Jack: my dear fellow Algy I am bewildered by how i can explain this to you.Your cousin, Gwendolen , i want to propose to her...Today...
Algernon:I beg you pardon?(flabbergasted) 
Jack:Algy listen , i know i may be going a bit too fast with this delicate case , despite that i want to get married to Gwendolen.
Algernon:Jack, you know my views on marriage.It is a waste of time.(languidly) 
Jack:May i ask why?
Algernon: i will explain thoroughly my intentions of my next visit.Hand me the cigarette case Jack will you?
Jack:Here(hands the cigarette case)
After a few second of reflection.

Lane enters.
Lane:Here is your afternoon tea sir.Your coquille St Jacques and crevetes with pamplemousse will follow shortly.What champagne would you like with it?
Jack: May i have four bottles of Veuve Cliquo , and four bottles of Bordeaux 1800 rouge.
Lane:Alright sir.(walks towards the door)
Jack:Lane, what are your views on marriage?
Lane:negative sir
Jack:(sceptical look )Alright Lane , we will talk about this another time. , Get Algy a lot of food , he loves eating.

Analysis of The Importance of being "Earnest"

The Book "The Importance of being Earnest" by Oscar Wilde show a really interesting way to represent different statuses or classes.This book which was written in 1894 during the Victorian periods when the different in classes were prominent The most important being the King , to the servant. Oscar Wilde starts off really well to establish some bewilderment by giving the title a polysemic name.Yet the term "Earnest" having more than one meaning adds up to the confusion.Earnest doesn't make things easier to the reader.Earnest could be either a name , or the term Earnest meaning sincere.The word "Importance" can also be interpreted in different ways.Importance could be the importance in class within the hierarchy or be the importance of "Earnest in the play" if a character is named that.However the title is not the only thing that makes the reader question himself.The sub-title A Trivial Comedy for serious people"This entail in the reader questioning himself once again.This subtitle is giving the reader a lot of information , one of them is , the play will be a comedy , the second one being that is play could be enjoyed by everyone , not only by trivial people but for serious people.This gives the reader a promising start to the play.


In addition , Oscar Wilde utilizes the cast list to show a major different in classes.Wilde uses prefix and suffix to show some of their classes.Rev meaning Reverent were really important people in the society during that Era.Furthermore the reverent is even more respected because of his academic excellence.The letters D.D in the end of his name which stand for Doctor of Divinity was not an easy caliber to reach so because of that he is a distinguished character in the society and is undoubtedly respected .Another character that makes me sceptical is Miss Prism.Firstly Wilde gives us the idea that she is single.This is an interesting fact to give to the reader as she might be the only one in the play being in that situation , therefore she has a really different status to others.Another thing to consider is that Miss Prism is also the Governess, so she is without any doubt responsible and could also be the leader in the play.The two last characters in the cast list that makes me anxious is the two servants Lane and Merriman.These two characters are unquestionably the lowest in rank in the play.This is presented by Wilde in a very observant way.Both characters do not have a second name.This leads to the reader instinctively guessing that the servants are low in class.


In the first dialogue between Moncrieff and Lane , classes are showed by the use of language by both characters.Lane calls Moncrieff "Sir" that let the reader know already the difference in classes between the two characters.Moncrieff also demontrate how prominent he is by his actions during the dialogue.He inspects Lane's sandwiches carefully meaning that he likes things to be done carefully and once again this confirms his rank in the society.Lane is also critisized by Moncrieff during their speech.He says : "Lane's view on marriage seem somewhat lax.Really if the lower orders don't set us a good example , what on earth is the use of them? they seem , as a class to have absolutely no sense of moral responsability"this monologue describes how Moncrieff feels of Lane even though he respects him.

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