Great Expectations Chapters 10-12 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does the mysterious stranger at the Three Jolly Bargemen stir his drink with?

Joe's file

What does the stranger give to Pip?

A new shilling wrapped in two one-pound notes

How does Estella treat Pip in these two chapters?

She slaps him and calls him a 'little coarse monster,' but allows him to kiss her on the cheek.

What is the Three Jolly Bargemen?

A public-house with a bar located in the village Signup and view all the answers

Who are the people waiting with Pip in the large room at Miss Havisham's?

Relatives by the name of Pocket Signup and view all the answers

On what occasion are the people visiting Miss Havisham?

It is her birthday Signup and view all the answers

Describe what Pip sees on the bridal table.

A yellowed and decayed wedding cake infested with spiders, beetles, and mice Signup and view all the answers

Where does Miss Havisham want to be laid when she is dead?

On the long reception table where the cake is Signup and view all the answers

What does Miss Havisham ask Pip to do on this visit?

Help her walk around and around the bridal table Signup and view all the answers

What do Pip and the pale young gentleman do?

They have a humorous fight with Pip being the victor Signup and view all the answers

Why does Pip fear he will be disciplined?

For beating up the pale young man Signup and view all the answers

On their long walks, what question does Miss Havisham frequently ask Pip?

If Estella is growing prettier Signup and view all the answers

How does Pip feel about Joe when they go together to Miss Havisham's house?

Embarrassed Signup and view all the answers

What dating advice does Miss Havisham give to Estella?

Break their hearts Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Mysterious Encounter

A stranger at the Three Jolly Bargemen uses Joe's file to stir his drink.
The stranger gives Pip a new shilling along with two one-pound notes for an unknown reason.

Estella's Treatment of Pip

Estella displays cruelty by slapping Pip and referring to him as a "little coarse monster."
Despite her harshness, she allows Pip to kiss her on the cheek when he is leaving.

Three Jolly Bargemen

The Three Jolly Bargemen is a public house located in Pip's village, serving as a social hub.

Miss Havisham's Guests

Relatives named Pocket await with Pip in Miss Havisham's large room.
Their visit coincides with Miss Havisham’s birthday celebration.

Bridal Table Imagery

Pip observes a decayed wedding cake on the bridal table, crawling with spiders, beetles, and mice.
Miss Havisham expresses her wish to be laid on the bridal table after her death.

Miss Havisham's Requests

During the visit, Miss Havisham asks Pip to assist her in walking around the bridal table multiple times.

Encounter with the Pale Young Gentleman

Pip engages in a humorous fight with a pale young gentleman, ultimately emerging as the victor.
Pip worries about potential punishment for defeating the young boy.

Miss Havisham's Questions

On their walks, Miss Havisham frequently inquires whether Estella is becoming prettier.

Pip's Feelings Toward Joe

Pip feels embarrassed about Joe's presence when they visit Miss Havisham's home.

Miss Havisham's Advice

Miss Havisham advises Estella to "break their hearts," suggesting a manipulative approach to relationships.

Description

Test your knowledge of Chapters 10-12 of 'Great Expectations' with these flashcards. Explore key events, character interactions, and important symbolism related to Pip, Estella, and the mysterious stranger. Perfect for reinforcing your understanding of this classic novel!