Great Expectations why does joe tolerate his wife?

Answer 1

Joe gives Pip more gravy because it is his way of helping and comforting Pip. This is due to the fact that Pip is subject to constant humiliation by Mrs. Joe, Pumblechook and Wopsle. Becuase Joe is milder in company, he shows his affection by providing Pip with gravy.

Answer 2

Joe tolerates his ill-tempered and abusive wife, Mrs. Joe, out of a sense of duty, loyalty, and his kind nature. Despite her mistreatment of him, Joe remains committed to his marriage vows and believes in fulfilling his responsibilities towards her. He sees the good in people and remains steadfast in his moral principles.

Answer 3

He must have loved her (and I believe he was MADE to feel he had to marry her, as SHE was the one who wore the trousers!).

Answer 4

Joe tolerate his wife because hi loves Pip and wants to do right about a women because of his abusive father.

Answer 5

it says somewhere in chapter 7 if you have the book.