Poor Relationship Flashcards
1
Q
Theme of poor relations?
A
The embarrassment a poor relations can cause in a family.
2
Q
What according to lamb is the most unwelcome and unimportant thing on earth?
A
A poor relation.
3
Q
When does he pay a visit?
A
At dinner time
4
Q
How does a poor relation call the host?
A
By his Christian name
5
Q
What are the 2 specific cases of poor relations mentioned by lamb?
A
1 poor oxford university student - old father was a house painter - joins military - killed in action.
- Old gentleman - mr. Billet who used visit Lamb’s father on Saturdays. - wore black coat - engaged in heated debates.
Once he was offended for being asked to take another pudding. - but contrary to lambs expectations, he visited again. - continued until his death
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6
Q
How did Mr. Billet keep his dignity in his death?
A
He kept enough money for his funeral.
