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he is a rich criminal who did the same crime as magwitch and got less jail time because he has a better lawyer.

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When was Compeyson created?

Compeyson was created in 1861.


How long had magwitch known compeyson?

Magwitch had known Compeyson for many years, as they were both involved in criminal activities together in the past. Their relationship became strained due to Compeyson's betrayal, which led to Magwitch's imprisonment in Australia.


What happened to Compeyson?

He drowned.


Who was Magwitch's denouncer?

Compeyson


Which person did magwitch work for?

Magwitch worked for Compeyson, a fellow convict who betrayed him, leading to Magwitch's imprisonment.


Who does pip suspect is spying on him?

Compeyson


When tried for the same crime why did Magwitch think that Compeyson received a reduced sentence?

because of Compeyson's well-bred looks and manners


How did compeyson know where to find Magwitch?

Compeyson knew where to find Magwitch because he had been tracking him with the help of Jaggers, who had hired him as a spy. Jaggers provided Compeyson with information about Magwitch's whereabouts, leading him to track down Magwitch at the sluice-house.


Which of these descriptions best fits Compeyson, according to Magwitch?

Compeyson is described by Magwitch as a smooth-talking, charming man who is manipulative and deceitful. Magwitch sees Compeyson as having a refined and polished appearance but a malicious and cunning nature underneath.


Magwitch was sentenced to how many more years than compeyson?

Magwitch was sentenced to 14 years in prison, while Compeyson was sentenced to 7 years. This means Magwitch was sentenced to 7 years more than Compeyson.


How much money did compeyson give to magwitch when they meet?

Compeyson gave Magwitch two one-pound notes.


Who is compeyson in 'Great Expectations'?

Compeyson is the overall antagonist of Great Expectations. He is the example of everything that was wrong with London at that time. He uses social status to get him out of trouble, and uses friendship and love for his own personal gains. He was Magwitch's former partner. Compeyson was also the groom who abandoned Miss Havisham on the day of their wedding. Compeyson was later drowned by Magwitch (who was then accused for murder and escaping exile).