Marcel has done very well keeping up with the reading and noting critical details in plot, theme ,and character description. In that regard , in preparation for a quiz on the first 6 chapters, we reviewed and detailed the character descriptions of the myriad characters Dickens introduces in the early part of the book. We noted how the characters have a dominant trait that allow the reader to distinguish one from the other given the large cast. Marcel then discussed the descriptions of Miss Havisham and Satis House noting the parallel between the decrepit setting and the morally debouched character. We examined quotes from the text demonstrating how Miss Havisham exists only to inflict pain on men ,justified in her mind because she was jilted at the alter.We further focused on how Estella's treatment of Pip begins to change Pip ,unfortunately for the worse, as he becomes ashamed of who he is, of his lower class status, and worst of all, of Joe. Elaborating on this theme ,we analyzed Dickens' metaphorical language comparing a person's value choices as choices between thorns and flowers in the chain of life.Commenting on Dickens' agenda of social justice, Marcel discussed examples of further child abuse Pip's sister inflicts on Pip.Last, we reviewed Marcel's study guide homework answers and made clarifications where necessary. For homework due Monday-study for quiz, read chapters 12-15, and answer accompanying study guide questions.