Types of conflicts
What is Man vs Man conflict
when two characters are arguing with each other.
The main character in the story
Pip
What is an example of Man vs Self?
Miss Havisham's state of mind
Define Direct characterization.
When the author tells you a character's traits.
What is Joe's job?
A blacksmith
What is Man vs Nature conflict?
When a character has to face the natural elements.
Who is Miss Havisham?
A wealthy woman who many try to take advantage of, she is stuck in time, she lives in her trauma.
What is an overarching example of Man vs Society?
How Pip is treated by the upper class.
Define indirect characterization
When an author does not explicitly state a character's traits; they are inferred based on actions or thoughts.
What type of pie did Pip steal?
Pork pie
What is Man vs Self conflict?
When a character has an internal conflict with themselves.
How does Ms. Joe act?
She is rude, abusive and has a temper.
What is an example of Man vs Nature?
There is none
What type of characterization is the following?
Pip describes Biddy as pleasant, wholesome and sweet tempered.
Direct Characterization
What is Joe's educated status?
Uneducated and illiterate
What is Man vs Society conflict?
When a character is in opposition with societal views.
What is Uncle Pumplechook's job?
A seed dealer
What is a major conflict in chapters 15-19?
Ms. Joe gets hit on the head and is dying.
How does Ms. Joe's impatience and attitude show indirect characterization. What does it tell the reader?
It can be implied that she is a mean person and is short tempered. She acts on her temper.
Where is Great Expectations set in Chapters 15-19?
Name all sub types of conflict.
Man vs Supernatural, Man vs Tech, Man vs fate
Name the top five reoccurring characters thus far?
Pip, Joe, Miss Havisham, Ms. Joe, Pumplechook
How does Pip balance societal expectations, the expectations of his family, friends and the expectations of himself?
It is a challenge to balance all of these expectations but he does it by looking within and talking to Biddy about his conflicts.
How does the main character's values develop over time? What causes this switch in values to occur?
At first, our main character does not care or value wealth but after a visit to Miss Havisham's house, his main goal in life is to gain wealth.
What are the names of Pip's dead brothers?
Alexander, Bartholomew, Abraham, Tobias and Rodger