Great Expectations Questions on Chapter 25
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Who is the Avenger in chapters 24-34 of Great Expectations?
The Avenger in chapters 24-34 of Great Expectations is Pip's servant, whom he hires to maintain his status as a gentleman in London. Ironically named, the Avenger becomes a burden to Pip, symbolizing...
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Figurative Language and Diction in Great Expectations
In Great Expectations, Charles Dickens utilizes figurative language, including similes, metaphors, and personification, to enhance visualization and humor. For instance, Pip describes Bentley...
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In Great Expectations, where does Pip get his gentleman's education?
Pip receives his gentleman's education in London under the tutelage of Matthew Pocket, one of Miss Havisham's relatives. This education mainly involves learning manners and acquiring the habits of a...
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In chapters 25-26 of Great Expectations, how does Walworth reflect Wemmick's personality?
Walworth, Wemmick's home, reflects his dual personality by showcasing a stark contrast to his work demeanor. At Jaggers's office, Wemmick is all business, but at Walworth, he is a caring and creative...
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Can you identify a third pun in Great Expectations, along with its chapter and explanation?
In Great Expectations, a third pun occurs in Chapter 25 when Pip describes the guests at Miss Havisham's house as "toadies and humbugs." The pun on "toady" refers to both a sycophant and a creature...
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What impression do Drummle and Startop make on Pip in Great Expectations?
Pip sees Drummle as "idle, proud, niggardly, reserved, and suspicious," eventually calling him "a blockhead," due to his brutish and selfish nature. Despite this, Pip notices that Mr. Jaggers is...