What are the effects of pip's expectations in Great Expectations?

Answer 1

At the beginning of chapter one Pip is a mild mannered, polite little boy, we can suggest this from the way he interacts with Magwitch, for example when he says 'Pip. Pip, sir' . Pip's kindness went out to help the convict, thief and future benefactor, Magwich. This was the beginning of Pip's dynamic change, throughout the novel the character, Pip gradually changes from a kind and humble character to a character that is bitter and cold-hearted. The first meeting of Magwitch and Pip was set in Pips childhood, which meant that Magwitch had to check whether Pip understood him 'Now lookee here, you know what a file is?' However, in the second meeting in chapter thirty nine, Pip was a much older and well educated character, so Magwitch could talk to Pip in full confidence that he understood what he was saying. In fact, Magwitch even presumes that Pips intelligence outstood his own 'And if they're in foreign languages wot I don't understand'.

Answer 2

Pip's expectations lead him to aspire for wealth and social status, causing him to feel dissatisfied with his humble beginnings. This pursuit of a higher social standing leads him to make poor decisions, such as distancing himself from those who truly care for him. In the end, Pip realizes the emptiness of his expectations and learns to appreciate the value of love and relationships.

Answer 3

Pip is often disappointed when his expectations aren't fulfilled. For example, he expects Miss Havisham to give him a lot of money and pledge him to marry Estella, which she doesn't, leaving him discontent being a poor apprentice.

Answer 4

Pip's great dream, after seeing the way in which Miss Havisham and Estella live, is to be a gentleman. Prior to that, he probably would have been satisfied as Joe's apprentice.

Answer 5

Pip, or Philip Pirrip, is the main character