What is the meaning of the title?
in Pope's day, "rape" also meant to take something from someone by force. The word "lock" here means the tress of a woman's hair.
Who is Betty and What duties she does?
She is a maidservant. And she helps Belinda in her makeup.
Describe the principle satirical targets in the poem?
The main purpose of the poem is to criticize and satirize the upper class and to show their absurdities and frivolities.Write the names of the women in the poem 'The Rape of the Lock'?
There are five major women in the poem. Belinda is the protagonist of this poem. Thalestris is Belinda's friend. Betty is Belinda's maid. Clarissa is a maid at the Hampton Court. The spleen is the queen of bad tempers.
Describe the setting of 'The Rape of the Lock'?
The story begins at the London residence of Belinda. The scene then shifts to the Thames. Another part of the story takes place at Hampton Court Palace.
The Rape of the Lock' is called a mock-epic poem. Why?
This poem is divided into Cantos. Moreover, there is the use of supernatural machinery. However, there is a satirical twist in this epic. It satirizes the aristocratic ladies and gentlemen of the 18th century.
Define allegory?
An allegory is an extended metaphor in which abstract ideas, concepts, and principles are described in terms of characters, figures, and events in ways that are comprehensible to its viewers, readers, or listeners. For example, Gulliver Travels is a political allegory.
She is the protagonist of the poem. She is named for a real person: Arabella Fermor; a member of Pope's circle of prominent Roman Catholics.
Who was the guardian spirit of Belinda?
The guardian spirit of Belinda is Ariel. He is a sylph.
What spirit does Pope call upon to help him write his poem?
Usually, a poet calls upon one of the 'nine daughters of Zeus' to sanctify his poetry. But Alexander Pope implores his friend John Caryll instead of traditional muse to felicitate him with blessings and good wishes to narrate a story.
Who is the person whom Pope dedicates the poem?
Pope dedicates this poem to John Caryll. He was the friend of Arabella Fermor (Belinda) and Pope. He was who originally asked the Pope to write this poem.
Who are the people who appreciate the 'sparkling cross' Belinda has on her neck?
Infidels adore this cross. Pope is highlighting the fact that the cross has as much meaning to Belinda as it would to a person without any religious beliefs. The cross is adored by the Infidels, kissed by the Jews, but no mention of Priests or Gallants is made in reference to the cross.
How far does Ariel succeed in guarding Belinda?
she is completely fails to guard Belinda because she has lost her beautiful lock.
What is the role of Ariel in “The Rape of the Lock”?
The role of the Ariel in the poem is to guard the Belinda.
Name the pet dog of Belinda?
Shock.
Define satire?
Satire is a formal term, usually applied to the written literature. It is ridicule of human follies and vices, with the purpose of bringing about reform.
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