Question

Describe the ‘mistress’ in your own words. 2 marks

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Answer 1

In Sonnet 130, the mistress is described as a real person instead of exaggerating her beauty. It says that she's not a goddess. she's a mortal woman and that the speaker recognizes her flaws and shortcomings. The speaker also describes her as falling short of the common ideals and clichés of beauty, but he loves her all the more for her uniqueness.

Answer 2

Answer: The ‘mistress’ is described as a very beautiful woman with rosy cheeks, red lipstick, and gleaming eyes brighter than the sun. The narrator imagines the mistress as a shining goddess and wants to stay with her forever. It is fairly safe to conclude that the narrator is in love with her.