Sunday, December 16, 2007

The Picture Of Dorian Gray Chapter 14

Chapter 14
What is the setting in this chapter?
The Setting is Dorian's House

What is Dorian’s acquaintance with Alan Campbell and its significance to the plot—5 yrs they were drawn together through mutual love of music and were inseparable. Why does Alan avoid Dorian?

How is Basil’s body decomposed and who does it?
Alan Campbell uses chemicals to decompose the body.

Show Cause and Effect with Dorian and Alan: example cause Dorian’s request=Effect: Alan refuses.

Analyze the symbolism of what Dorian sees in the portrait after he murders Basil.
He sees the red dripping from the hand on the painting and that sybolizes the blood of Basil on Dorians hands.

Interpret and summarize the poem that is written in French. Then relate it to Dorian's situation.."the cold yellow hand"

Any references to homosexuality?

Once again, what are the 7 deadly sins and identify any within this chapter.

How does Dorian plan to blackmail Alan..what does Dorian know about Alan or what secret is kept between them?

What other sins have Dorian comitted in this chapter?


How has the picture changed?
The red is dripping from the hand of the painting.

How does Dorian plan to get rid of Basil's body?
He is going to decompose it with chemicals.

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