Statements (380)
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gptkb:character
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| gptkbp:adaptation |
Film Adaptations
Television Adaptations Stage Productions |
| gptkbp:adaptations |
gptkb:Film_adaptations
Stage adaptations Television adaptations |
| gptkbp:antagonist |
gptkb:Jack_Worthing
gptkb:Algernon_Moncrieff |
| gptkbp:appearance |
Elegant
Overbearing Dignified |
| gptkbp:appears_in |
gptkb:The_Importance_of_Being_Earnest
Various adaptations of The Importance of Being Earnest |
| gptkbp:associated_with |
Victorian society
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| gptkbp:challenges |
Jack's identity
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| gptkbp:character_traits |
Manipulative
Controlling Snobbish Domineering Aristocratic |
| gptkbp:character_type |
gptkb:antagonist
gptkb:socialite |
| gptkbp:controls |
gptkb:marriage
gptkb:social_class gptkb:Wealth Social status Lower classes |
| gptkbp:created_by |
gptkb:Oscar_Wilde
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| gptkbp:criticism |
Lower social classes
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| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
Iconic Character
Influence on Feminism Symbol of Victorian Values Iconic character in literature Parody in Media Icon of Victorian hypocrisy Representation of Upper Class |
| gptkbp:demands |
Proper introductions
Proper etiquette |
| gptkbp:depicted_in |
gptkb:Film_adaptations
Stage adaptations Controlling Snobbish Traditionalist |
| gptkbp:depicts |
Satirical
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| gptkbp:desires_for |
Suitable marriage for Gwendolen
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| gptkbp:disapproves_of |
Jack's Background
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| gptkbp:exhibits |
Irony
Controlling behavior |
| gptkbp:family |
Traditional
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| gptkbp:famous_for |
Her wit
Her memorable lines Her comedic presence |
| gptkbp:famous_quote |
A handbag?
To lose one parent may be regarded as a misfortune; to lose both looks like carelessness. |
| gptkbp:first_appearance |
1895
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| gptkbp:function_in_plot |
gptkb:antagonist
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| gptkbp:grandparent |
gptkb:Gwendolen_Fairfax
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| gptkbp:has_a |
Distinctive style
Strong personality Dramatic presence |
| gptkbp:has_child |
gptkb:Gwendolen
gptkb:Gwendolen_Fairfax Unnamed son |
| gptkbp:has_conflict_with |
gptkb:Jack_Worthing
gptkb:Algernon_Moncrieff Modern values |
| gptkbp:has_expectation_of |
Social propriety
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| gptkbp:has_impact_on |
gptkb:theater
gptkb:literature Thematic elements Cultural discussions Modern interpretations of class Theatrical portrayals of strong female characters |
| gptkbp:has_influence_on |
gptkb:Gwendolen_Fairfax
Jack Worthing's marriage prospects Gwendolen's choices |
| gptkbp:has_occupation |
gptkb:socialite
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| gptkbp:has_power |
Marriage Decisions
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| gptkbp:has_quote |
A handbag?
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| gptkbp:has_relationship_with |
gptkb:Algernon_Moncrieff
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| gptkbp:has_role |
gptkb:Mother
Social commentary Social Commentary Marriage Arrangements |
| gptkbp:has_view_of |
gptkb:marriage
gptkb:Jack_Worthing gptkb:Gwendolen_Fairfax gptkb:Wealth gptkb:Education Social Etiquette |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Lady Bracknell
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| gptkbp:influence_on |
gptkb:Gwendolen_Fairfax
Social norms Theatrical Performances Character Archetypes Subsequent literary characters Modern Comedies Social conventions Subsequent portrayals of aristocratic characters Jack Worthing's Identity |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:Victorian_literature
gptkb:Oscar_Wilde Social commentary Oscar Wilde's views |
| gptkbp:influences |
Plot development
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| gptkbp:is_a |
gptkb:fictional_character
gptkb:antagonist gptkb:socialite gptkb:cultural_icon gptkb:Mother Matriarch Social critic Aunt Symbol of authority Mother figure Icon of Victorian literature Feminine archetype Authority figure Character of influence Key character Dramatic figure Key figure in the play Character of interest Cynical observer Character of authority Character of comedy Character of conflict Character of control Character of critique Character of satire Character of society Character of tradition Character of wit Representation of Victorian values Socialite character |
| gptkbp:is_acclaimed_for |
gptkb:Wit
Strong presence Sharp tongue |
| gptkbp:is_acharacter_in |
gptkb:The_Importance_of_Being_Earnest
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| gptkbp:is_analyzed_in |
Literary studies
Theatrical Studies |
| gptkbp:is_associated_with |
gptkb:Victorian_Society
Upper class Theatrical performances Social gatherings Upper Class Class Distinctions Marriage Expectations Victorian society Upper Class Society Theatrical comedy The Victorian era Marriage Proposals Marriage negotiations Marriage proposals Upper class society |
| gptkbp:is_atypical_of |
Victorian Matriarchs
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| gptkbp:is_character_in |
gptkb:The_Importance_of_Being_Earnest_(2002_film)
gptkb:The_Importance_of_Being_Earnest_(1952_film) gptkb:The_Importance_of_Being_Earnest_(1986_film) gptkb:The_Importance_of_Being_Earnest_(2004_film) gptkb:The_Importance_of_Being_Earnest_(2011_film) gptkb:The_Importance_of_Being_Earnest_(2015_film) gptkb:The_Importance_of_Being_Earnest_(film) The Importance of Being Earnest (play) Play by Oscar Wilde The Importance of Being Earnest (stage adaptation) |
| gptkbp:is_characterized_by |
gptkb:local_government
gptkb:Wit Snobbery Wit and sarcasm |
| gptkbp:is_cited_in |
Literary Discussions
Literary discussions In literary discussions |
| gptkbp:is_considered |
A classic character
A classic character in English literature |
| gptkbp:is_critical_for |
gptkb:Jack_Worthing
Social mobility Lower Class Lower social classes Social pretensions Jack's Suitability Jack's Suitability for Gwendolen |
| gptkbp:is_criticized_for |
Hypocrisy
Snobbery Controlling behavior |
| gptkbp:is_critiqued_by |
Romantic ideals
Her materialism Lower social classes Her lack of empathy Her manipulation of relationships Her rigid social standards |
| gptkbp:is_described_as |
Domineering
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| gptkbp:is_featured_in |
gptkb:Film_adaptations
Literary analyses Theater critiques |
| gptkbp:is_in |
Film Adaptations
Television Adaptations Stage Adaptations Revival Productions |
| gptkbp:is_involved_in |
gptkb:Character_development
gptkb:Family_Dynamics gptkb:character_development Conflict Resolution Social commentary Family dynamics Romantic entanglements Plot Development The proposal scene Marriage Proposals Class discussions Romantic Conflicts The play's central conflict Class Discussions Thematic Resolution |
| gptkbp:is_known_for |
Social Status
Social Commentary Social status Cultural Critique Witty dialogue Manipulative Behavior Social Critique Witty Dialogue Witty remarks Her strong opinions Memorable Quotes Strong opinions Her memorable quotes Her wit Her memorable lines Strong Opinions Her opinions on marriage Social maneuvering Controlling Nature Her disdain for lower classes Her Wit Dramatic Presence Her strict social standards Cynical Attitude Satirical remarks Her strong opinions on marriage Her disapproval Her formidable demeanor Her comedic lines Her commanding presence Her iconic status in theatre Her disapproval of lower classes Her Authority |
| gptkbp:is_married_to |
gptkb:Lord_Bracknell
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| gptkbp:is_motivated_by |
Social status
Social Acceptance Family reputation Family Reputation Social acceptance |
| gptkbp:is_often_discussed_in |
Literary Criticism
Feminist Critiques Social Critiques |
| gptkbp:is_often_referenced_in |
Popular Culture
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| gptkbp:is_often_used_in |
gptkb:Penelope_Keith
gptkb:Fiona_Shaw gptkb:Imelda_Staunton gptkb:Dame_Judi_Dench gptkb:Margaret_Rutherford Acclaimed actresses |
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
gptkb:Victorian_literature
gptkb:Victorian_Society gptkb:The_Importance_of_Being_Earnest Theatrical canon The play's humor Comedy of Manners Thematic Elements of the Play The play's satire |
| gptkbp:is_played_by |
gptkb:Judi_Dench
gptkb:Margaret_Rutherford |
| gptkbp:is_portrayed_as |
gptkb:film_adaptation
gptkb:Film_adaptations gptkb:Reba_Mc_Entire gptkb:Maggie_Smith gptkb:Dame_Judi_Dench gptkb:Anna_Chancellor gptkb:The_Importance_of_Being_Earnest Controlling Various actresses in adaptations Various Actresses Various actresses Overbearing Traditionalist The Importance of Being Earnest adaptations Comedic figure |
| gptkbp:is_protected_by |
gptkb:Gwendolen
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| gptkbp:is_referenced_in |
Other works of literature
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| gptkbp:is_related_to |
gptkb:Jack_Worthing
gptkb:Cecily_Cardew gptkb:Gwendolen_Fairfax The Victorian era The upper class |
| gptkbp:is_represented_in |
gptkb:Film_adaptations
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| gptkbp:is_respected_by |
gptkb:Love
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| gptkbp:is_satirical |
gptkb:True
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| gptkbp:is_symbolic_of |
Gender Roles
Social Expectations Victorian Morality Marriage expectations Social elitism Upper-Class Hypocrisy |
| gptkbp:issues |
Social Status
Social status Family Connections |
| gptkbp:known_for |
Social commentary
Her strict social standards |
| gptkbp:language_spoken |
Importance of names
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| gptkbp:lives_in |
gptkb:London
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| gptkbp:mother |
gptkb:Gwendolen_Fairfax
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| gptkbp:notable_scene |
gptkb:Encounter_with_Algernon
Interrogation of Jack Discussion of marriage with Gwendolen Interrogation of Jack Worthing Revelation of Jack's origins Confrontation with Algernon Discussion of marriage Reaction to Gwendolen's engagement Discussion of Ernest Meeting with Gwendolen Discussion of Marriage Final Acceptance of Jack Revelation of Jack's Identity |
| gptkbp:occupation |
gptkb:socialite
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| gptkbp:parodied_in |
In popular culture
Comedic Works |
| gptkbp:personality_trait |
Domineering
Aristocratic |
| gptkbp:portrayed_by |
gptkb:Margaret_Rutherford
Various Actresses Various actresses |
| gptkbp:quote |
A handbag?
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| gptkbp:relation_to |
gptkb:Jack_Worthing
gptkb:Algernon_Moncrieff gptkb:Gwendolen_Fairfax |
| gptkbp:relationship_with |
gptkb:Jack_Worthing
gptkb:Algernon_Moncrieff gptkb:Gwendolen_Fairfax |
| gptkbp:represents |
Social expectations
Victorian values Victorian Morality Traditional views on marriage Social hypocrisy |
| gptkbp:role |
gptkb:antagonist
Mother of Gwendolen Fairfax |
| gptkbp:setting |
gptkb:London
gptkb:Victorian_England |
| gptkbp:spouse |
Pragmatic
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| gptkbp:symbolism |
Hypocrisy
The values of the upper class |
| gptkbp:symbolizes |
Gender roles
Victorian values Class distinction Parental authority Social hypocrisy Social conventions Social rigidity |
| gptkbp:theme |
gptkb:marriage
gptkb:identity Social Status Social status Hypocrisy |
| gptkbp:values |
gptkb:Wealth
Wealth and connections |
| gptkbp:view |
gptkb:Inheritance
gptkb:Education Bunburying Family connections Marriage proposals |
| gptkbp:views_on_social_status |
Very important
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| gptkbp:views_on_wealth |
Highly values
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| gptkbp:was_aproponent_of |
Hypocrisy in society
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Maggie_Smith
gptkb:The_Importance_of_Being_Earnest gptkb:The_Importance_of_Being_Earnest_(2018) |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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