character symbol: Great Expectations Flashcards
1
Q
what does Miss Havisham symbolise?
A
- fading aristocracy
- antagonist
- heart broken
- revenge
2
Q
What does Pip symbolise
A
- innocence
- kind hearted
- snobbish
- unrequited love
- regret
- change in personality (effect of environment)
3
Q
What does Estella symbolise
A
- capricious
- cold hearted
- dissatisfaction despite high social class
4
Q
what does Magwitch symbolise
A
- isolation
- tragic
- tender heart
- affectionate
-terrifying
5
Q
what does Biddy sybolise
A
- common
- normal
- opposite to Estella
6
Q
what does Joe symbolise
A
- hard working
- sweet tempered
- loyal
7
Q
what does Jaggers symbolise
A
- gentleman
- moral
- justice
- good in his own way
8
Q
What does Compeyson symbolise
A
- main antagonist
- evil
- criminal
9
Q
what does Herbert symbolise
A
- true friend
- gentleman
- loyal
- affectionate
10
Q
what does Mr. Pumblechook symbolise
A
- uncle of Joe
- rude
- foolish
11
Q
what is a Bildrungsroman
A
- goal is maturity,
protagonist achieves it gradually and with difficulty.
features a main conflict between the main character and society
