why does jane continously call Mr Rochester sir?

Question

from reading the novel i have noticed that jane has always been calling mr rochester 'sir' , even after they had gotten married. Why is this?

Asked by kiran k #475697 on 11/4/2015 6:52 PM

Last updated by jill d #170087 on 11/4/2015 10:03 PM

Answered by jill d #170087 on 11/4/2015 10:03 PM

Jane calls Rochester, “Sir”, as a sign of respect. She continues to show him this respect even after their marriage.