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Javert vs. Jean Valjean 1. What kind of man is Javert? Would you characterize him as a villain? Explain.

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1 Javert vs. Jean Valjean 1. What kind of man is Javert? Would you characterize him as a villain? Explain.

2 What do the two sides of the scales of justice represent?
3. What side would best symbolize Javert’s philosophy? Discuss two examples from the novel which illustrate this.

3 What is meant by letter of the law?
What is meant by spirit of the law?

4 4. What side of the scale of justice best represents Jean Valjean
4. What side of the scale of justice best represents Jean Valjean? Discuss two examples from the novel which illustrate his philosophy.

5 5. Some critics believe that the stars which Javert sings about are a symbol of Javert himself. Do you agree? Write down three phrases from the song which show this symbolism.

6 Irony 6. Discuss the dramatic irony and the situational irony of Cosette being in the Thenardiers’ apartment. How has life changed for Cosette and the Thenardiers since she saw them last?

7 Role Play Imagine if Cosette and Eponine had recognized each other. What would they have said? Make sure you have the two girls stay in character (No cat fights!) Cosette: Eponine:

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