A Tale of Two Cities Book 3, Chapters 1-
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Book 3, Chapter 1- 111. What type of reception does Charles receive in France? - ANSWER His "reception" was being treated firstly as an emigrant, and then a prisoner. He had no freedom. Upon arriving at France, Darnay had two mounted patriots beside him, armed. "You are a cured emigrant," cried a farmer. (pg 253)
112. What is the "emigrant decree," and how does it affect Charles? - ANSWER Is it that there will be a decree that will "banish all emigrants, and condemning them to death
who return" -Charles is considered an emigrant of France. That was the meaning of the man who said, "his cured life is not his own! (page 254)
113. What is Defarge's reaction to Charles' plea for help, and why does he act this way?
- ANSWER Defarge said that he could not help, when Darnay asked. It was not in his power, and when Darnay is asked why he came to Paris, Defarge simply said, it was "a bad truth for you". (page 257)
114. Who is this La Guillotine who has become the new darling of France? - ANSWER She is personified as the sharp female newly-born called La Guillotine. It is referring to the machine that executed the people during the revolution.
115. What about Charles' detention makes it worse than the general imprisonment? Why do you think this is worse? - ANSWER He has no ability to buy ink or paper- therefore, lacks the ability to communicate to Dr. Manette and his wife, Lucie. His "noble" status in which the population is chaotic worsened it. He is stuck in a small room- where if he stays too long, it may drive him crazy.
Book 3, Chapter 2- 116. What horrible thing is located in the courtyard of Paris? What makes it horrible? - ANSWER The large grindstone was located in the country and of Paris- where people were sharpening their battle equipment. There were loud screams heard.
117. Who are Mr. Lorry's surprise guests, and what news do they bring him? - ANSWER Lucie Manette and Dr. Manette was present, coming through the courtyard door, and told him about Charles Darnay being imprisoned.
118. Why does the doctor say he leads a "charmed life" in Paris? - ANSWER He says that he has been a Bastille prisoner, and no one would hurt him, except to overwhelm him with embraces.
5 Complete Study Guide 2023.
Book 3, Chapter 1- 111. What type of reception does Charles receive in France? - ANSWER His "reception" was being treated firstly as an emigrant, and then a prisoner. He had no freedom. Upon arriving at France, Darnay had two mounted patriots beside him, armed. "You are a cured emigrant," cried a farmer. (pg 253)
112. What is the "emigrant decree," and how does it affect Charles? - ANSWER Is it that there will be a decree that will "banish all emigrants, and condemning them to death
who return" -Charles is considered an emigrant of France. That was the meaning of the man who said, "his cured life is not his own! (page 254)
113. What is Defarge's reaction to Charles' plea for help, and why does he act this way?
- ANSWER Defarge said that he could not help, when Darnay asked. It was not in his power, and when Darnay is asked why he came to Paris, Defarge simply said, it was "a bad truth for you". (page 257)
114. Who is this La Guillotine who has become the new darling of France? - ANSWER She is personified as the sharp female newly-born called La Guillotine. It is referring to the machine that executed the people during the revolution.
115. What about Charles' detention makes it worse than the general imprisonment? Why do you think this is worse? - ANSWER He has no ability to buy ink or paper- therefore, lacks the ability to communicate to Dr. Manette and his wife, Lucie. His "noble" status in which the population is chaotic worsened it. He is stuck in a small room- where if he stays too long, it may drive him crazy.
Book 3, Chapter 2- 116. What horrible thing is located in the courtyard of Paris? What makes it horrible? - ANSWER The large grindstone was located in the country and of Paris- where people were sharpening their battle equipment. There were loud screams heard.
117. Who are Mr. Lorry's surprise guests, and what news do they bring him? - ANSWER Lucie Manette and Dr. Manette was present, coming through the courtyard door, and told him about Charles Darnay being imprisoned.
118. Why does the doctor say he leads a "charmed life" in Paris? - ANSWER He says that he has been a Bastille prisoner, and no one would hurt him, except to overwhelm him with embraces.
