1. The importance of being Earnest
Earnest of the title is an adjective describing seriousness. ... (Act 1 p6) Algernon asks, "Is marriage so demoralising as that?" ... (Act 1 p8) "If I ever get married I"ll certainly try to forget the fact."... (Act 1 p8) Algernon also proclaims that "Divorces are made in heaven."... (Act 3 line 436), which says much of Gwendolen's true character. ...
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