Statements (62)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:character
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Mabel
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| gptkbp:appears_in |
gptkb:The_School_for_Scandal
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| gptkbp:associated_with |
London society
|
| gptkbp:child |
gptkb:Joseph_Surface
gptkb:Charles_Surface |
| gptkbp:created_by |
gptkb:Richard_Brinsley_Sheridan
|
| gptkbp:first_appearance |
1777
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| gptkbp:gender |
gptkb:philosopher
|
| gptkbp:has_conflict_with |
gptkb:his_wife
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Sir Peter Teazle
|
| gptkbp:interacts_with |
gptkb:Joseph_Surface
gptkb:Lady_Teazle |
| gptkbp:is_a |
comic foil
satirical representation example of a flawed protagonist reflection of societal norms figure of ridicule character that evokes sympathy vehicle for social commentary character of comedy character in English literature example of a character arc archetype of the foolish husband central figure in the play's plot character that embodies the theme of deception character that highlights social issues character that represents the folly of wealth example of a comedic misunderstanding. example of a tragicomic character example of dramatic irony reflection of the era's gender dynamics symbol of marital discord |
| gptkbp:is_affected_by |
the actions of other characters
|
| gptkbp:is_associated_with |
the upper class
|
| gptkbp:is_characterized_by |
his indecisiveness
|
| gptkbp:is_compared_to |
more cunning characters
|
| gptkbp:is_criticized_for |
his friends
his lack of judgment |
| gptkbp:is_described_as |
foolish and gullible
|
| gptkbp:is_influenced_by |
Lady Teazle's actions
|
| gptkbp:is_involved_in |
the play's climax
the play's moral lessons various misunderstandings |
| gptkbp:is_known_for |
his role as a wealthy but foolish husband
|
| gptkbp:is_often_compared_to |
the clever wife
|
| gptkbp:is_often_depicted_as |
social gatherings
Sir Benjamin Backbite |
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
the comedic elements of The School for Scandal
the comedic resolution of the play the play's critique of manners |
| gptkbp:notable_for |
Comic relief
|
| gptkbp:occupation |
gptkb:Monarch
|
| gptkbp:portrayed_by |
various actors in adaptations
a man of wealth a victim of social manipulation |
| gptkbp:relationship |
gptkb:Lady_Teazle
|
| gptkbp:represents |
the theme of hypocrisy in society
|
| gptkbp:role |
husband
|
| gptkbp:set_in |
18th century England
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| gptkbp:spouse |
gptkb:Lady_Teazle
|