Discussion questions – Jane Eyre: What is important about the title
- What is important about the title; why does Bronte choose a name for her character that has so many homonyms (heir, air). Is this intentional?
- What is significant about Jane’s time at Lowood? How does this shape her character?
- Compare Bronte’s descriptions of Thornfield with the descriptions of Rochester’s appearance.
- What is she trying to convey?