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Great Expectations Chapters 53-54

In Chapters 53-54 of "Great Expectations," Pip encounters danger at the Sluice house where he comes face-to-face with Dolge Orlick, who reveals he is responsible for the death of Mrs. Joe and threatens Pip's life. Fortunately, Pip's friends—Herbert, Trabbs' son, and Startop—arrive just in time to scare Orlick away. They decide to return to London that night, tending to Pip's injuries. This harrowing encounter emphasizes the theme of trusting one’s instincts. Discussion questions include Orlick's motives for revenge.

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Great Expectations Chapters 53-54

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  1. Great ExpectationsChapters 53-54 By: Abby Torrance, Lauren Lennox, and Paige Fasnacht

  2. Summary: Chapter 53 Pip finds the Sluice house and lets himself in when he hears no answer. Shortly after he is attacked by a man who he discovers to be Dolge Orlick. Orlick reveals that he killed Mrs. Joe and threatens to take Pip’s life too. Pip’s savors (Herbert, Trabbs son, and Startop) scare Orlick away and question Pip as to what happened. They decide to return to London that night, tending to Pip’s hurt arm.

  3. Theme Trust your instincts

  4. Discussion Questions • What was Orlick’s reason for seeking revenge on Pip?

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