Question

Which Victorian social codes are reflected in this excerpt?

Check all that apply.
the equality among the different social classes
the significance of being polite and mannerly
the emphasis on importance of appearances
the stress on etiquette in formal courtships
the importance of wealth and social ranking

Answer 1

the emphasis on importance of appearances

the importance of wealth and social ranking

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

C). The emphasis on importance of appearances.

E). The importance of wealth and social ranking.

Step-by-step explanation:

As per the question, the Victorian social codes reflected in the given excerpt from 'The importance of Being Earnest' authored by Oscar Wilde would be 'the emphasis on importance of appearances and 'the importance of wealth and social ranking.' In the Victorian society, social standing and display of ideal behavior in public is one of the typical social conduct followed. It is reflected through Lady Bracknell's search for a spouse who possesses a social standing along with the wealth(which reflects the significance of wealth, appearance, and ranking in the society). Thus, options C and E are the correct answers.