Great Expectations: Themes (AQA GCSE English Literature): Quizzes
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What was Pip's humble occupation before his great expectations?
What was Pip's humble occupation before his great expectations?
Blacksmith's apprentice
According to the novel, where is true worth found?
According to the novel, where is true worth found?
In character and moral values
What belief drives Pip's 'great expectations'?
What belief drives Pip's 'great expectations'?
Wealth & status will bring happiness
Which character embodies integrity despite lower social status?
Which character embodies integrity despite lower social status?
Joe Gargery
Despite her wealth, how does Miss Havisham live?
Despite her wealth, how does Miss Havisham live?
In bitterness and regret
Who does Pip feel guilty for showing ingratitude towards?
Who does Pip feel guilty for showing ingratitude towards?
Joe and Biddy
How does Magwitch transform in the novel?
How does Magwitch transform in the novel?
From feared convict to benefactor
What does Dickens suggest shapes a person's criminal actions?
What does Dickens suggest shapes a person's criminal actions?
Circumstances & societal pressures
What danger does Pip's love for Estella illustrate?
What danger does Pip's love for Estella illustrate?
Idealising emotionally unavailable people
Why does Miss Havisham manipulate Estella and Pip?
Why does Miss Havisham manipulate Estella and Pip?
As revenge against men
What quality does Joe show to Pip even when treated poorly?
What quality does Joe show to Pip even when treated poorly?
Unwavering loyalty and kindness
What is Herbert's friendship with Pip based on?
What is Herbert's friendship with Pip based on?
Mutual respect and affection