Great Expectations Chapters 28-32 Flashcards

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What do the audience scream during the graveyard scene in Hamlet?

Wai-ter!

What is Pip and Herbert's reaction to the play?

Feeling keenly for him, but laughing nevertheless.

What do Pip and Herbert try to do when the play is over?

Sneak out before being recognized.

Who is Mr. Waldengarver?

Mr. Wopsle's theater stage name. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the scene when Pip and Herbert see Mr. Wopsle in his dressing room.

Mr. Wopsle is against the wall and a Jewish guy is on his knees trying to pull off stockings. Signup and view all the answers

What does Pip tell Mr. Wopsle about his performance?

Capitally and massive and concrete. Signup and view all the answers

What is Mr. Wopsle's view on his performance?

'They will improve.' Signup and view all the answers

What does Pip do at the end of the chapter?

Invites Wopsle to dinner. Signup and view all the answers

What does Pip dream about after going to bed miserably?

Estella and his expectations being cancelled. Signup and view all the answers

What does Pip use to rationalize reasons for not staying at Joe's?

Silly excuses about Ms. Havisham and distance. Signup and view all the answers

Where does Pip decide to stay?

Blue Boar. Signup and view all the answers

Who else is on the stagecoach with Pip?

Convicts. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Handel?

Herbert Pocket's name for Pip. Signup and view all the answers

What is the seating arrangement like in the coach?

The convicts had to sit in the front by the coachman. Signup and view all the answers

What did the old gentleman say about sitting next to the convicts?

He expressed his disdain with phrases like 'poisonous and pernicious'. Signup and view all the answers

What does Pip overhear the convicts discussing?

Two one-pound notes and a boy who fed him. Signup and view all the answers

How does Pip feel when he returns to the Blue Boar?

He feels dread and nervousness. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Telemachus?

Odysseus's son. Signup and view all the answers

What kind of love does Pip express for Estella?

It is against reason and filled with sorrow. Signup and view all the answers

Who is the new Porter at Satis House?

Orlick. Signup and view all the answers

What does Pip compare Orlick's little room to?

A dormouse. Signup and view all the answers

What does Pip see in Orlick's room that makes him uneasy?

A loaded gun. Signup and view all the answers

What does Pip notice Estella holding?

An unworn white shoe. Signup and view all the answers

What does Pip feel when he is with Estella?

He feels coarse and common. Signup and view all the answers

What is Miss Havisham's definition of love?

Blind devotion, unquestioning self-humiliation. Signup and view all the answers

What is Pip's confession to Herbert?

He loves Estella. Signup and view all the answers

What does Pip resolve to do after finding the playbill?

Go see Mr. Wopsle's play. Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Jaggers do with his handkerchief?

Blows his nose. Signup and view all the answers

What does Pip receive as reparation for not visiting Joe?

Penitential codfish and a barrel of oysters. Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of Pip's encounter with Trabb's boy?

He ignores him and feels ashamed. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Pip's Internal Conflict

Pip rationalizes staying at the Blue Boar instead of Joe's, creating excuses based on his ego and perceived societal expectations.
He grapples with feelings of guilt for abandoning Joe while knowing he should stay loyal.

The Coach Journey

Pip chooses to ride the Blue Boar and contemplates leaving his servant, the Avenger, to prevent gossip.
Convicts are present on the coach, highlighting societal contrasts and Pip's growing unease.

Encounters with the Convicts

Pip recognizes one convict he had previously aided, evoking a sense of dread and connection to his past.
Conversation overheard between convicts about money and secrets deepens Pip's anxiety about being recognized.

Home, Expectations, and Regret

Pip reflects on his conflicting emotions regarding Estella and his upbringing, captured in his poetic thoughts on love.
His interactions with Estella evoke feelings of shame about his past and aspirations of gentility, further complicating his feelings.

Miss Havisham's Influence

Miss Havisham urges Pip to love Estella despite the pain that may come, framing love as a self-destructive devotion.
Pip's realization about Miss Havisham's warped definition of love contrasts with his internal struggles.

Mr. Jaggers' Role

Pip’s encounter with Mr. Jaggers introduces a sense of authority and foreboding, as Jaggers is both mysterious and intimidating.
The dynamic between Pip, Estella, and Miss Havisham during dinner reflects social hierarchies and Pip's insecurities.

Pip's Realizations and Actions

Pip's decision to ignore Joe after feeling ashamed of his past shows his internal conflict between loyalty and social ambition.
Writing to Joe and sending gifts represents Pip's attempts at atonement for his social climbing behavior.

Interactions with Others

Herbert's confession of love for Clara reveals class differences and societal constraints affecting relationships.
Pip and Herbert’s outing to see Mr. Wopsle’s performance of Hamlet juxtaposes their youthful ideals against the realities of adult life.

Response to Mr. Wopsle's Performance

The play humorously emphasizes the blunders and absurdities of theatre, mirroring Pip and Herbert's mixed feelings of admiration and mockery.
Audience interaction during the performance reflects the unique and humorous social commentary Dickens provides.

Conclusion

Pip’s journey reflects the exploration of self-worth, identity, and the heavy burden of expectations, leaving him in a constant state of turmoil between his origins and aspirations.

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Explore key concepts and vocabulary from Chapters 28 to 32 of Charles Dickens' 'Great Expectations.' This quiz utilizes flashcards to help reinforce understanding of Pip's internal struggles and reflections on self-deception. Test your knowledge and deepen your appreciation for this classic novel.