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Describe Tellson's Bank. What is the bank's attitude toward change?
Describe Tellson's Bank. What is the bank's attitude toward change?
Dark, old, musty. Old fashioned, so avoidance.
How does Tellson's treat the young men in its employ?
How does Tellson's treat the young men in its employ?
They make them old, age them like cheese; become old-fashioned and work-a-holics.
What behavior of Mrs. Cruncher makes Mr. Cruncher angry? Why does this anger him?
What behavior of Mrs. Cruncher makes Mr. Cruncher angry? Why does this anger him?
Prays; 'she is praying against him and his son.'
What physical characteristic of his father's does young Jerry wonder about?
What physical characteristic of his father's does young Jerry wonder about?
What is the mother of young Jerry truly praying about at night?
What is the mother of young Jerry truly praying about at night?
What does Mr. Cruncher think is 'barbarous'?
What does Mr. Cruncher think is 'barbarous'?
What is the 'Old Bailey' and what is it famous for?
What is the 'Old Bailey' and what is it famous for?
Who is being tried at Old Bailey, and what is the charge against him?
Who is being tried at Old Bailey, and what is the charge against him?
Who is present in the courtroom to act as witnesses to the prosecution against Darnay?
Who is present in the courtroom to act as witnesses to the prosecution against Darnay?
Where did Mr. Lorry, Ms. Manette, and Dr. Manette first meet Charles Darnay? What was Lucie's opinion of him?
Where did Mr. Lorry, Ms. Manette, and Dr. Manette first meet Charles Darnay? What was Lucie's opinion of him?
What did the wigged gentleman looking at the ceiling point out to the counsel, Mr. Stryver?
What did the wigged gentleman looking at the ceiling point out to the counsel, Mr. Stryver?
What does Stryver say about Mr. Barsad and Mr. Cly?
What does Stryver say about Mr. Barsad and Mr. Cly?
What happens in the courtroom to prove that Mr. Carton is much more observant than his manner lets on?
What happens in the courtroom to prove that Mr. Carton is much more observant than his manner lets on?
What personal service does Carton do for Darnay? What do you think this hints at for the future?
What personal service does Carton do for Darnay? What do you think this hints at for the future?
What is the verdict of Darnay's trial?
What is the verdict of Darnay's trial?
What do you think Carton's and Darnay's toast foreshadows?
What do you think Carton's and Darnay's toast foreshadows?
What is Sydney Carton's opinion of himself?
What is Sydney Carton's opinion of himself?
What is Carton's job?
What is Carton's job?
Describe Carton's working routine. Include when, where, and how.
Describe Carton's working routine. Include when, where, and how.
Describe Carton's life and tell how you think he feels about it.
Describe Carton's life and tell how you think he feels about it.
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Study Notes
Tellson's Bank
- Characterized as dark, old, and musty, reflecting its antiquated nature.
- Exhibits an aversion to change, maintaining outdated practices.
Employment at Tellson's Bank
- Young employees are aged prematurely, becoming old-fashioned and overworked, similar to aging cheese.
Mrs. Cruncher’s Behavior
- Mrs. Cruncher prays at night, causing distress for Mr. Cruncher who believes she is praying against him and their son.
Young Jerry's Curiosity
- Young Jerry notices his father's clean appearance at bedtime contrasts with the dirt and rust in the morning; hints at potential grave robbing activities.
Mrs. Cruncher’s Nightly Prayers
- Her prayers are centered on hoping that Mr. Cruncher’s nighttime activities are not immoral.
Mr. Cruncher’s View on Punishment
- Considers the punishment for treason, specifically quartering, as barbarous.
Old Bailey Overview
- A court known for trying and convicting individuals, with a notorious lack of innocence claims.
Charles Darnay’s Trial
- Darnay is put on trial for high treason at the Old Bailey.
Prosecution Witnesses
- Roger Cly and John Barsad, along with the Manettes and Mr. Lorry, act as witnesses against Darnay.
Initial Encounter with Darnay
- Mr. Lorry, Ms. Manette, and Dr. Manette first meet Darnay on a ship from France; Lucie finds him kind and helpful.
Stryver's Observation
- A wigged gentleman points out the resemblance between Darnay and the note writer, suggesting possible wrongful accusation.
Critique of Prosecution
- Stryver remarks that Mr. Barsad and Mr. Cly are corrupt and motivated by payment.
Carton’s Observational Skills
- Sydney Carton demonstrates keen observation by noticing Lucie in the courtroom, contrary to his demeanor.
Carton’s Service to Darnay
- Carton’s actions contribute to Darnay’s acquittal, hinting at potential future implications for him.
Trial Verdict
- Darnay is found not guilty, marking a historical moment at the Old Bailey.
Toast Foreshadowing
- The toast shared between Carton and Darnay hints at future complications involving Lucie.
Carton's Self-Perception
- Sydney Carton believes he is insignificant to others and lacks genuine connections.
Carton's Profession
- He works as an assistant to Mr. Stryver, indicating his subordinate status.
Carton’s Routine
- His daily life revolves around sleeping, drinking, eating, and working, revealing a cycle of disarray.
Carton's Life Perspective
- Carton sees himself as a loser, fully aware of his lost potential and current low status in life.
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