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He admits Basil is a good man, although weak and afraid of life.

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Q: What does dorian assess his friendship with basil?
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What contrast does Lord Henry make between Basil and Dorian?

Lord Henry contrasts Basil's reserved and introspective nature with Dorian's youthful charm, vitality, and impressionability. Basil is seen as more cautious and moderate, while Dorian is depicted as adventurous and easily influenced by external factors.


What information does Basil confront Dorian with?

The gossips about Dorian's depravity.


In The Picture of Dorian Gray how does Dorian kill Basil?

He stabbed him on his neck.


Why does basil hallward go to visit Dorian the morning after Dorian goes to the opera?

Basil visits Dorian to express his concern about Dorian's behavior at the opera. Basil is worried about the influence Lord Henry may be having on Dorian and wants to make sure Dorian is not being negatively influenced by him.


What chapter does dorian kill basil?

Chapter 13 in the 1891 version, chapter 11 in the 1890 version.


What reasons does basil give for not wanting to exhibit his picture of dorian in the book The Picture of Dorian Gray?

Basil does not want to exhibit his portrait of Dorian Gray because he feels it reveals too much of his own feelings and emotions. He believes the painting shows his innermost thoughts and secrets, which he is not comfortable sharing with the world. Additionally, Basil worries that the painting's beauty might overshadow his other works and that it represents a departure from his usual style.


Why basil doesnt want harry to meet dorian?

He is (properly) afraid that Harry will corrupt Dorian.


Where does basil hallward met dorian gray?

On a party.


Who is present for the lunch at the home of Lord Henry's aunt?

In "The Picture of Dorian Gray" by Oscar Wilde, Lord Henry, Dorian Gray, and Basil Hallward are present for lunch at Lord Henry's aunt's home. Lord Henry and Basil are discussing Dorian Gray, who is the subject of Basil's portrait.


What remedy does basil propose to dorian in the book dorian gray?

He tells him to pray together to regain his innocence.


Why doesn't Basil want to exhibit the picture of Dorian?

He was afraid the picture shows his secret feelings for Dorian.


What was the comparison of Dorian and Basil?

Dorian has the innocence of ignorance, and is easily impressible. Basil has mature, stable morals, which resist even the almighty charms of Henry. Henry compared their looks: Basil's "rugged strong face and coal-black hair" and Dorian, who looks like he was "made of ivory and rose petals".