SECTION F: NON-AFRICAN PROSE
HORACE WALPOLE: The Castle of Otranto
Examine the role of Theodore in the novel.
Explanation
The following points are expected from the candidates:
i. His introduction as a peasant at the beginning of the novel.
ii. His identification of the helmet that kills Conrad as same as that on Alfonso’s statue..
iii. His role as an antagonist to Manfred.
iv. His appearance in the image of Alfonso.
v. His kindness and warm-heartedness.
vi. Theodore’s true identity and final taking over as Prince and marrying Isabella.