Immediate naivety (asks Septimus what carnal embrace is)
Inquisitive personality and very intelligent/ portrayed as genius (Asks is God is a Newtonian)
Not afraid of expressing individual opinions even if they contradict previously acceptable concepts
Capable of innovative, independent thought, "In my opinion Mr Noakes' scheme... is perfect"
Contributes to exploration of maths and science in the play through the rice pudding theory
The change in her ideas represents development of ideas throughout the play. Thomasina's interest in maths and science ---> interest in kissing, waltzing represents dispute between Romanticism and Enlightenment.
1 of 5
Septimus Hodge
Interested in the acquisition of knowledge, not just personal gain
Proud of his intelligence
Womanizer: witty and sarcastic
Often sets up farcical situations and takes advantage of Chater's stupidity
2 of 5
Lady Croom
Makes use of epigrammic wit "educated beyond eligibility"
Traditionalist, dislikes change
Controlling and determined- bends guests to her will (debate on the author of the Castle of Ontranto)
3 of 5
Bernard Nightingale
Pompous "arrogant, greedy and reckless" (sc5)
Refuses to accept his ideas might be wrong
Pushy, direct and demanding
Romantic
Makes inferences and conclusions on unproved principles. Doesn't like giving other people credit.
4 of 5
Hannah Jarvis
Intelligent and confident, competitive with Bernard
Reflects Enlightenment era
Reserved and cynical towards opposite sex
This reflected in down to earth appearance (stage directions)
Independent woman, proud of her achievements, works hard
Based on facts, not theories like Bernard "the whole Romantic sham, Bernard!"
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