The picture of Dorian Gray

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• vwo
• Leerjaar 5

The picture of 

Dorian Gray

Aesthetic Movement:

• Victorians: art had to have a clear objective: educate masses, distinguish good from bad. 

• Aesthetic Movement: the aim of art was to have no aims = Art for Art's sake 

Several themes are used in The picture of Dorian Gray. Mention one!

Explain the importance of the yellow book!

Basil does not want Dorian to marry Sybil. Why not?

What leads to Dorian's downfall?

Why did Dorian kill Basil?

Why didn't Basil want to exhibit the portrait?

What are the opium dens?

Who is/are at fault for Dorian's moral decay?