Advanced Placement (AP)

John Shea

20 August, 02:05

In chapter 6, Jane and Helen have a conversation about forgiveness and

revenge. After she explains her philosophy to Jane, Helen says: " ... with this

creed revenge never worries my heart, degradation never too deeply disgusts

me, injustice never crushes me too low: I live in calm, looking to the end." (70)

Which of the following best describes the literary significance of this

passage?

O

A. It's an apostrophe to justice.

O

B. It's foreshadowing.

O

C. It's metaphoric.

O

D. It's a dramatic monologue.

O

E. It contains several allusions.