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aalyn [17]
2 years ago
10

in three to four sentences explain how this passage uses humor to critique Victorian views about the importance of family

English
2 answers:
Sauron [17]2 years ago
7 0

Jack is concerned with making sure that Gwendolen is happy, but Lady Bracknell is concerned only with whether Jack can prove he has important family members. Lady Bracknell’s response is ridiculous because it is impossible to expect Jack to miraculously find one of his parents. Jack’s offer to produce the handbag as a suitable substitute for his parents highlights how ridiculous her request is.


Hope this helps :)

Nina [5.8K]2 years ago
3 0

This passage uses humor to critique Victorian views about the importance of family by showing that feel as if children (aka starting a family) are everyday items like a "hand-bag".

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