The Disposal of the Living

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Who approaches Peter in the pub?

Burton Kemble.

What is Kemble's profession?

He is a salesman for a company that disposes of people.

Who does Peter want to dispose of?

Archibald Gibbons.

What special offer does Kemble give to Peter?

<p>Two for the price of one.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who else does Peter decide to add to the list?

<p>Gwendolyn Thorpe.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Kemble mention to Peter about disposing of ten people?

<p>He offers a bulk rate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When does Peter arrange to meet Kemble?

<p>The next night.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Peter struggle with when creating his list?

<p>Coming up with more names.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What motivates Peter to want to dispose of people?

<p>The desire for a bargain, not necessarily a desire for revenge.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main theme of the text?

<p>The disturbing and unethical concept of disposing of people for personal gain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

  • Peter is waiting for someone in a pub when Burton Kemble approaches him.
  • Kemble is a salesman for a company that disposes of people.
  • Peter wants to hire them to dispose of Archibald Gibbons.
  • Kemble offers a special offer of two for the price of one.
  • Peter agrees and decides to add Gwendolyn Thorpe to the list.
  • Kemble mentions a bulk rate for disposing of ten people.
  • Peter is interested and asks Kemble to meet him the next night.
  • Peter creates a list of people he wants disposed of.
  • He struggles to come up with more names.
  • Peter is motivated by the desire for a bargain and not necessarily a desire for revenge.

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