He will be sentenced to death.
If Magwitch is caught in England, he will likely face severe legal consequences due to his status as a convict who escaped from Australia. He could be arrested, tried, and possibly sentenced to further imprisonment or even death as a punishment for his crimes.
Mr. Jaggers warns Magwitch that if he ever returns to England, he will be arrested and could face severe penalties. He advises Magwitch to stay away from England to avoid being caught.
Abel Magwitch had been using the alias "Provis" since coming to England to hide his true identity.
Herbert advises Pip to get Magwitch, also known as Provis, out of England to keep him safe from legal repercussions, as Magwitch is a wanted criminal. Herbert fears that if Magwitch is caught in England, he will be arrested and likely executed. Thus, getting him out of the country is seen as the best way to protect him.
he could be hanged
Pip and Magwitch are going to the coast in order to escape London and potentially leave the country. Magwitch hopes to secure a boat that will take him to a place where he can evade the authorities and start a new life.
Pip will not inherit Magwitch's wealth because Magwitch is a convicted criminal and his wealth was acquired illegally through criminal activities. Therefore, the law prevents individuals from benefiting from criminal proceeds. Additionally, Pip and Magwitch do not have a legal familial relationship that would allow for inheritance.
Magwitch used the two one-pound notes that Pip had given him to purchase new clothes and supplies to help him evade capture and escape from England.
Magwitch risks being captured and arrested by going to London to see Pip, as he is a wanted criminal. If he is caught, he will likely be imprisoned or even sentenced to death. Additionally, by revealing his presence to Pip, Magwitch also risks putting Pip in danger of being involved in his criminal activities.
Pip returns Magwitch's unopened pocketbook out of a sense of duty and gratitude towards the man who helped make him a gentleman. Pip also realizes that Magwitch wanted him to have it as a token of their bond and as a way to ensure that Pip would be financially secure after Magwitch's death.
Magwitch worked for Compeyson, a fellow convict who betrayed him, leading to Magwitch's imprisonment.
Abel Magwitch was created in 1861.
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