The last sentence in chapter nine reads:

Pause you who read this, and think for a moment of the long chain of iron or gold, of thorns or flowers, that would never have bound you, but for the formation of the first link on one memorable day.

Respond to this quotation.

• What is Pip referring to? 
• How has this day altered him?
• Consider this quotation as a turning point in Pip's character development. How is Pip different in chapters 10-16 in contrast with the first nine chapters? Discuss his changes. Are they positive or negative changes? How is your perception on this character altering as he changes? Be specific, include details from chapters 10-16.

• Think of a memorable day in your life that began your "chain." How can the formation of your character or the person you are now be traced back to one life-altering day?

Write two paragraphs.  The first paragraph should discuss Pip's character development and respond to the first three bullets above.  The second paragraph should relate the quotation to your own life.



Due Friday, March 4.