Richard Joel Perez
Mrs.Felan
English
08 September 2017
A Tale of Two Cities Report
Q/A 1.
What is the main idea or theme of the book? In other words, define the moral or the message of this text. Why is important that someone of your age group read this material? Choose one brief passage that seems to exemplify this idea and provide a few key details.
“A Tale of Two Cities” compares the social and political events taking place in France during and before the French Revolution in the eighteenth century. The novel retrospectively questions the degree to which the French revolutionaries of the mid-eighteenth century upheld ideals of tolerance, rational thought, and liberty. Dickens writes off-putting similarities between the two cities, …show more content…
As you read the book, how did it change a view, idea, or understanding you previously held? Describe how it revealed something new to you (whether it is about the period covered in the book or yourself). If this text did not change a view that you currently hold, why do you agree with the themes and ideas presented in this piece of literature? Do you think this piece of literature should be required for everyone to read? Why or why not?
It did not change much about my view of the “Reign of Terror”. All I can say is I agree that with the narrator’s view on the cruelty of the French aristocracy and the madness of the eighteenth century. Yes I believe it should be a mandatory book for those who can comprehend it and are able to see the author’s point.
Summary of My …show more content…
It mainly follows Charles Darnay, a French emigrant who denounces his rich heritage for a new life. Darnay’s last name is Evrémonde. He was supposed to be on trial for treason but was spared by the intervention of Sydney Carton, an drunken attorney who happens to be an almost perfect doppelganger to Darnay. Dr. Manette, who has made a full recovery from his memory loss, builds a successful medicinal office in his home.. Darnay falls in love with Lucie Manette, and the two wed. The novel’s occupation with revolutionary setting deepens as the French hierarchy breaks under increasing pressure from the aristocracy. The French Revolution begins, and Darnay decides to rescue his uncle’s longtime servant, Monsieur Gabette.
Book Three: The Track of a Storm Book Three reveals the brute force of the French Revolution, mainly during the Reign of Terror between 1793 and 1794. Darnay, who cannot keep his aristocratic heritage a secret, is imprisoned for the crimes of his family. He is initially released but is rearrested and sentenced to death. Sydney Carton, the unfixable drunk, switches places with Darnay—sacrificing himself so Lucie, whom he loves, can return to London with her husband and daughter. Thanks For Reading! -Rick
Mrs.Felan
English
08 September 2017
A Tale of Two Cities Report
Q/A 1.
What is the main idea or theme of the book? In other words, define the moral or the message of this text. Why is important that someone of your age group read this material? Choose one brief passage that seems to exemplify this idea and provide a few key details.
“A Tale of Two Cities” compares the social and political events taking place in France during and before the French Revolution in the eighteenth century. The novel retrospectively questions the degree to which the French revolutionaries of the mid-eighteenth century upheld ideals of tolerance, rational thought, and liberty. Dickens writes off-putting similarities between the two cities, …show more content…
As you read the book, how did it change a view, idea, or understanding you previously held? Describe how it revealed something new to you (whether it is about the period covered in the book or yourself). If this text did not change a view that you currently hold, why do you agree with the themes and ideas presented in this piece of literature? Do you think this piece of literature should be required for everyone to read? Why or why not?
It did not change much about my view of the “Reign of Terror”. All I can say is I agree that with the narrator’s view on the cruelty of the French aristocracy and the madness of the eighteenth century. Yes I believe it should be a mandatory book for those who can comprehend it and are able to see the author’s point.
Summary of My …show more content…
It mainly follows Charles Darnay, a French emigrant who denounces his rich heritage for a new life. Darnay’s last name is Evrémonde. He was supposed to be on trial for treason but was spared by the intervention of Sydney Carton, an drunken attorney who happens to be an almost perfect doppelganger to Darnay. Dr. Manette, who has made a full recovery from his memory loss, builds a successful medicinal office in his home.. Darnay falls in love with Lucie Manette, and the two wed. The novel’s occupation with revolutionary setting deepens as the French hierarchy breaks under increasing pressure from the aristocracy. The French Revolution begins, and Darnay decides to rescue his uncle’s longtime servant, Monsieur Gabette.
Book Three: The Track of a Storm Book Three reveals the brute force of the French Revolution, mainly during the Reign of Terror between 1793 and 1794. Darnay, who cannot keep his aristocratic heritage a secret, is imprisoned for the crimes of his family. He is initially released but is rearrested and sentenced to death. Sydney Carton, the unfixable drunk, switches places with Darnay—sacrificing himself so Lucie, whom he loves, can return to London with her husband and daughter. Thanks For Reading! -Rick