Great Expectations (1946), Part II Quiz

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1. The latter half of the film 'Great Expecations' involves Pip's rise in society thanks to a mysterious benefactor. What is the name of the lawyer who informs the young Pip that he has come into an unexpected fortune?

Answer: Jaggers

Mr. Jaggers is a very imposing figure with a stentorian voice. He brings the news to young Pip that, through the generosity of an as yet unrevealed individual, he is now to have a quarterly pension directed towards making a gentleman of him. To show he is serious, Jaggers tosses 20 guineas worth of coins on a table in order that Pip may purchase some fine clothing.

Jaggers is portrayed by Frances L. Sullivan. Sullivan also appeared as Jaggers in the 1934 version of 'Great Expectations'.

2. Now the beneficiary of great sum of money, Pip happily moves to London where he will be under the supervision of certain group of attorneys. Pip is moved into the apartment of a certain Herbert Pocket, portrayed by which award-winning actor?

Answer: Alec Guinness

Alec Guinness was a regular in David Lean's films, being matched with the director in a total of six different movies (including 'A Bridge on the River Kwai', which won them both Oscars). The 1946 version of 'Great Expectations' was actually Guinness's film debut.

3. What is the name of the character played by actor Ivor Barnard; a man who assists Pip on numerous occasions during the second half of the film?

Answer: Mr. Wemmick

Wemmick works at Jagger's office, and is frequently dispatched to assist Pip in his endeavors. He assists Pip in taking care of his expenses, and later in the film is invaluable in helping Pip attempt to save his benefactor Magwitch.

4. Pip trains to become a gentleman, learning the finer arts of dancing and developing the manners of a true member of the bourgeois class. Along the way he is aided by his friend Herbert Pocket, the very man who fought with Pip as a boy. Pocket and Pip are also shown competing as adults, with Pip once again besting his friend in a boxing match, but Pocket coming ahead in which of these competitions?

Answer: Fencing

Pocket may have a weak chin that Pip takes advantage of on two occasions, but the former is very much able in the art of fencing. Poor Pip is easily bested by his friend in a fencing match, but the more amusing moment comes in their boxing match. Pocket's week jabs are easily deflected by Pip. The latter ends the match quickly with a quiet apology and a pop to his friend's jaw.

5. Not long after leaving for London, Pip is once again reunited with the object of his childhood love, Estella. Estella is now a full grown woman, and is portrayed in the film by which interesting actress?

Answer: Valerie Hobson

Fans of British film might recognize Valerie Hobson for her various roles in comedies and dramas, for example 'Kind Hearts and Coronets' from 1949. If, by chance, one does not recognize from her film roles, perhaps she may seem more familiar as the wife of John Profumo, the British politician whose sex scandal of 1963 single-handedly brought down the Conservative government.

6. Pip is very pleased to be reunited with Estella, but soon finds that her love is just as inaccessible as it was when they were children. Estella agrees to be married, late in the film, to a far from admirable man. What is this individual's name?

Answer: Bentley Drummle

Bentley Drummle is one of the most contemptible men that Pip has found himself the misfortune of making an acquaintance, so naturally Estella gravitates towards him. Estella is still under the illusion that her lot in life is to be cold and unloving, and she can find no better man than Drummle upon whom to exercise these 'skills'.

Pip is heartbroken by this stunning turn of events, always having had his mind set on making Estella his wife.

7. Magwitch, the convict with whom Pip made brief acquaintance at the beginning of the film, reemerges during the latter half of the story. He reveals that he is Pip's mysterious benefactor, and that he has acquired his fortune in which of these places?

Answer: New South Wales

Magwitch escaped prison a second time (the first time being when he and Pip had their original encounter) and made his way to Australia. There, he acquired for himself a herd of sheep and a great fortune. This has been the source of Pip's newfound wealth. Magwitch claims that he never forgot Pip's generosity as a youth, and that he now considers the young lad to be his own son. Pip is initially frightened by the menacing Magwitch, but slowly warms up to this coarse but generous man.

8. The film 'Great Expectations' features several deaths. Which character dies by burns incurred in a fire?

Answer: Miss Havisham

When Pip revisits Miss Havisham (and Estella, who also appears in the scene), it is revealed to him that Havisham never had any intention of providing for Pip's future, much to Pip's surprise (he always imagined that it was Havisham who was his mysterious benefactor). Estella reveals at this point her betrothal to Drummle. Estella leaves first, followed by Pip, but not before the latter makes clear to Miss Havisham that she has been instrumental in breaking his heart. Havisham, realizing at this point that her behavior has been cruel, catches her brittle wedding dress in the flames of her fireplace. Pip returns in order to save her, but he is unable to put out the flames in time.

9. Towards the end of the film, there is a final, shocking revelation that Pip discovers via his lawyer. Which of the following is true about Estella's origins?

Answer: She is the daughter of Magwitch

Pip is stunned to discover from Mr. Jaggers that Estella is the daughter of Magwitch and Molly, a woman convicted of murder but saved by Jaggers. Jaggers believed that the child would be better off with Havisham than as the daughter of two convicted murderers and made the arrangements while Estella was still a baby. Pip reveals this information to a grateful and very pleased Magwitch on his deathbed.

10. Despite Pip's efforts, Magwitch is recaptured by the authorities by the end of the film and is executed.

Answer: False

Indeed, this is the intention of the authorities who have recaptured Magwitch. However, they do not get the opportunity to execute Magwitch, as he passes away on a hospital bed with a loving Pip holding his hand (and revealing Estella's secret). Pip is thus separated from the fortune of his benefactor by law. This does not stop him from seeking out Estella, and winning her hand by the end of the film.

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This quiz covers material from the latter half of the wonderful 1946 film version of one of the great English novels, 'Great Expectations'. I hope you will try and enjoy this quiz...good luck!

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