11 questions on plot, characters, and themes. Free to take, so you can see exactly what to review before class.
1. What does Pip steal for Magwitch in their first encounter?
2. Why has Miss Havisham stopped all the clocks in her house?
3. Who is Pip's actual benefactor?
4. What happens when Magwitch returns to England?
5. How does Pip respond to learning that Magwitch is his benefactor?
6. What does Joe do for Pip after Magwitch's death?
7. What does Pip's treatment of Joe reveal about him during his time in London?
8. What is the central irony of Pip's great expectations?
9. How does Estella's character change by the end of the novel?
10. What does Pip's final decision to work abroad with Herbert suggest about his growth?
11. What role does guilt play in Pip's story?
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How this guide is built
This guide is built from the original text to help you get oriented fast. It is designed for recall, paper planning, and getting unstuck, but it is still a paraphrased guide, not a substitute for the reading itself. Double-check anything important before you turn in formal work.
