Question

In Freneau's personification of Europe, he characterizes the continent as proud. What

connotation does this word have in this context? What idea about Europe does it help support
in the text? Cite textual evidence to support your answer,

Answer 1

Freneu describes Europe and the East in a rather negative way. He describes Europe as a despotic and proud continent in which the monarchy holds down the citizens and individuals. Freneu also points to the constant and ongoing wars being fought in Europe over the pride of the kings, and the resulting confusion and chaos.

The East is described in a similar way, as being half-consigned to slaves with the monarchy and religion enslaving the minds of the inhabitants.