Juliette says Gaston is very witty. Do you agree? Discuss the humour evoked by Gaston’s utterances. Encourage the students to think creatively and formulate their own answers.
Yes – dry wit; remarks about house/size of garden and salon, remarks about Jeanne’s parents and relatives; comments when Juliette tries to sell the villa. No – wit should not be confused with sarcasm and mockery; remarks about house/size of garden and salon, remarks about Jeanne’s parents and relatives; comments when Juliette tries to sell the villa
