Ernest Defarge answered the officer by telling him that he will see noted and put upon his tablets. Defarge used this response to subtly indicate that the officer's actions and behavior were being recorded and could potentially be used against him in the future.
Ernest Defarge
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Ernest Defarge owned the wine-shop in "A Tale of Two Cities" by Charles Dickens. He was a former servant of Dr. Manette and later became involved in the French Revolution.
Ernest Defarge was Dr. Manette's old servant before his imprisonment.
The servant of Dr. Manette in "A Tale of Two Cities" is named Defarge. He and his wife, Madame Defarge, play important roles in the novel's plot.
The author's tone towards Ernest Defarge in "A Tale of Two Cities" is generally sympathetic and understanding. Defarge is portrayed as a complex character who is loyal to his revolutionary ideals but also shows moments of compassion and humanity, especially towards Dr. Manette.
Ernest Defarge owned a wine shop in A Tale of Two Cities. He was a former servant of Dr. Manette and played a role in the French Revolution.
MOnsier Defarge
A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens. She is a tricoteuse, a tireless worker for the French Revolution and the wife of Ernest Defarge.
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Madame Defarge.
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