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What was it that Mrs. Joe was struck with when Joe picked it up?
What was it that Mrs. Joe was struck with when Joe picked it up?
A convict's iron leg which had been filed.
Whose iron did Pip believe it was?
Whose iron did Pip believe it was?
His convict's iron.
Who were Pip's two suspicions regarding who attacked Mrs. Joe?
Who were Pip's two suspicions regarding who attacked Mrs. Joe?
Orlick or the strange man that showed him the file.
What was different about Mrs. Joe after the attack?
What was different about Mrs. Joe after the attack?
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About a month after his sister's attack, who came to the house?
About a month after his sister's attack, who came to the house?
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What character would Mrs. Joe trace on the slate?
What character would Mrs. Joe trace on the slate?
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What was actually drawn on the slate by Mrs. Joe when Biddy looked at it?
What was actually drawn on the slate by Mrs. Joe when Biddy looked at it?
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What was different between Orlick and Mrs. Joe?
What was different between Orlick and Mrs. Joe?
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Study Notes
Mrs. Joe's Incident
- Joe found a convicts iron leg which had been filed, indicating a potential connection to a convict.
- Pip mistakenly believed the iron leg belonged to his convict, reflecting his ongoing anxiety about his past actions.
Suspicions Following the Attack
- Pip suspected Orlick or a strange man who had previously shown him the file as possible attackers of Mrs. Joe.
- This highlights Pip's growing paranoia and sense of guilt regarding his link to the convict.
Changes in Mrs. Joe
- Post-incident, Mrs. Joe exhibited impaired hearing and memory, along with speech difficulties; however, her temper improved, and she became more patient.
- The transformation in her demeanor affects the household dynamics and impacts Pip’s feelings about his family.
Introduction of Biddy
- Around a month after the attack on Mrs. Joe, Biddy arrives at the household, providing help and becoming a significant presence.
- Biddy's character represents support and kindness in contrast to Mrs. Joe's earlier temperament.
Curious Mark on the Slate
- Mrs. Joe would sketch a curious 'T' on the slate, arousing interest in her intentions.
- Biddy discovered that what was actually drawn was a hammer symbolizing Orlick, suggesting a connection or conflict related to him.
Relationship with Orlick
- Unlike Mrs. Joe, who maintained a respectful relationship with Orlick, her treatment contrasted with the incident's implications.
- This distinction reflects the complex interactions and tensions among the characters in Pip's life.
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Test your knowledge of key concepts from Chapter 16 of 'Great Expectations' by Charles Dickens. These flashcards cover important plot points, characters, and symbols that contribute to the chapter's themes. Ideal for students looking to enhance their understanding and recall of this literary work.
