Symbolism, Setting, and Objects from The Man in the Iron Mask

Object Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major objects in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Objects

France - This country is the setting of the novel.

Paris - This city is the capital of its country where much of the book takes place.

The Bastille - This is the prison where Philippe is originally interred.

Luxembourg Palace - This is a palace owned by the royal family.

The Chateau de Vaux-le-Vicomte - This is a palace owned by an adviser to the king.

Belle-Isle - This is a fort where Aramis and Porthos hide.

St. Mande - This is a home where several writers live.

Rue St. Honoré -...
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