Oliver Twist Character Analysis
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What characteristic is Oliver initially portrayed as having?

  • sweet (correct)
  • cunning
  • aggressive
  • arrogant

    • What triggers Oliver's fit of rage?

  • Noah's attack on him (correct)
  • The Sowerberrys' rejection
  • Fagin's cruel words
  • Noah's kindness to him

    • What is implied about the desire for familial love?

  • It is an innate impulse. (correct)
  • It is a product of environment.
  • It is a result of social conditioning.
  • It is a learned behavior.

    • What is the historical context of Oliver's migration to London?

    <p>The Industrial Revolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Oliver vulnerable to Fagin's band?

    <p>Because of the laws forbidding begging</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Dickens' attitude towards the Poor Laws?

    <p>He blames them for the crimes of the poor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is significant about Fagin's house?

    <p>It is relatively idyllic and domestic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Oliver's experience at Fagin's house like?

    <p>He is well-fed and cared for.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Oliver's Character Development

    • Oliver's attack on Noah marks a significant moment in his character development, showing a more passionate and human side beyond his typical portrayal as sweet, docile, innocent, and naive.
    • This outburst of rage reveals Oliver's strong sense of familial love and duty, which compels him to defend his mother.

    Oliver's Upbringing

    • Oliver was raised in a workhouse and has only seen a functioning family in the childless Sowerberrys.
    • Despite this, his innate desire for familial love and loyalty is strong, implying that these impulses are inborn and not learned.

    Social Commentary

    • Oliver's migration to London parallels the mass migration of the poor to urban centers during the Industrial Revolution.
    • Dickens critiques the draconian Poor Laws, which force the poor to resort to begging or accept questionable charity, making them vulnerable to exploitation.

    Oliver's Experience with Fagin's Band

    • Oliver's stay with Fagin's band represents his first domestic experience, despite the squalid conditions.
    • The group's dinner scene, though set in a filthy environment, is relatively idyllic, with plenty of food and no one begrudging Oliver his share.

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    Explore Oliver's character development in Charles Dickens' novel, including his upbringing and emotional responses. Analyze his actions and motivations to understand his personality and values.

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