I think this is an important representation of Mr. Venus and his character. Though he does not want Mr. Boffin to find the box that Wegg has hidden he also does not want to disrupt the peace. He complies with every command or suggestion that Wegg gives him, even if he thinks it is not a good idea. I feel that Mr. Venus' character is smarter than this though, this act of compliance seems to be a way to mediate a given situation (almost as a form of manipulation), especially since later on in the chapter Mr. Venus and Wegg get into a fight, thus, showing that he remains docile and dormant until aggression is needed.

Even though Fledgeby has plotted and schemed throughout the novel entirety, his verbal abuse towards Riah is one that stood out to me the most. His blatant disrespect for her culture and the stereotypes that are associated with him are excessively used by Fledgeby in the form of cheap shots against Riah. I especially hate the way he says, "your people" as if she were not another human being just as he is.

Throughout this novel I felt that many of the characters never throughout their actions in regards to their respected consequences. His "plan of deception" had many flaws from the very beginning and yet he did not think to stop and evaluate his plan until it was too late.

I think this sentence really showcases the lack of empathy that is prevalent within this community as well as reinforcing the notion that no one can be trusted in this town. Not only was John brutally betrayed, beaten, and left to die from his injuries by someone that he had built an emotional connection with, his death was also celebrated by Silas Wegg.

I find it almost noble of Fledgeby to no pursue Georgiana as much as his peers would have. Her fortune alone makes her a commodity within her community and it is admirable that Fledgeby refuses to go back to the unhappy lifetsyle that he once had.

I find this sentence particularly interesting. The reoccurring theme of pretending to be someone that the characters are not is still adamantly expressed through the characters. The child-like innocence seems impossible to attain given the environment and circumstances, and yet despite everyone being aware of how "ludicrous" these expectations are, they are still expected nonetheless.

Betty seems to be a personification of the unjust contrast between the social classes. Betty is one of the few women that did not need assistance to make a living on her own, but her fear of not being enough to fit into the wealthier classes succumbs her in every way. This can be seen by her phrase choice, "Fear me no more."

The ongoing feeling of deceit is prevalent in this chapter; in this passage specifically the young girl is trying to fit in with her upper-class peers. This highlights the selfish theme in this book that showcases the characters' need for acceptance, regardless of how far they go to get it. Nothing seems to be good enough and yet every character seeks more than they can offer.

This short passage highlights one of the themes that is more present throughout this chapter: wealth/class. The astonishment that Mr. Boffin showcases in regards to Mr. Wegg's intelligence seems to be a commentary on how the wealthier classes viewed the lower classes. How can this man be poor and disabled, and yet have such intelligence? Despite this fact, Mr. Boffin seems to be very accepting of Mr. Wegg.

This short paragraph seems to be a commentary on the questionable ethics that go into Lizzie's upbringing. While it is admirable that her father would go through such great lengths to keep his family alive and well, he is also introducing Lizzie to his occupation at such a young age. Despite his occupation, Lizzie seems grateful for her father's sacrifices.