Pip literally shakes the dust and dirt off after his visit to the prison with Wemmick. Comment on the irony of this situation in light of things to come explain in 2 to 3 sentences.

Question

Pip literally shakes the dust and dirt off after his visit to the prison with Wemmick. Comment on the irony of this situation in light of things to come explain in 2 to 3 sentences.

please I dont understand this at all. Just the question confuses me.

Answer 1

First you need to understand the meaning of irony.

From Google:
"i·ro·ny1
/ˈīrənē/Submit
noun
the expression of one's meaning by using language that normally signifies the opposite, typically for humorous or emphatic effect.
"“Don't go overboard with the gratitude,” he rejoined with heavy irony"
synonyms: sarcasm, causticity, cynicism, mockery, satire, sardonicism
"that note of irony in her voice"
a state of affairs or an event that seems deliberately contrary to what one expects and is often amusing as a result.
plural noun: ironies
"the irony is that I thought he could help me"
synonyms: paradox, incongruity, incongruousness
"the irony of the situation"
a literary technique, originally used in Greek tragedy, by which the full significance of a character's words or actions are clear to the audience or reader although unknown to the character.
noun: dramatic irony"

What is the irony in Pip's visit to the prison?

What happens later that illustrates the irony?

Answer 2

is there a text box for you to read?

Answer 3

Sadly no. Its on the book Great Expectations....

Answer 4

First off love your name and UGH!

For the first time in forever....MRS.SUE HELP PLEASE!!!

Answer 5

Thank you for your help Ms. Sue

Answer 6

You're welcome.

Answer 7

The irony in this situation lies in the fact that Pip shakes off the physical dirt and dust from his visit to the prison, which symbolizes his attempt to cleanse himself of the criminal environment. However, the deeper irony lies in the fact that Pip is unaware of the moral corruption that will soon follow, suggesting that he cannot simply shake off the moral "dirt" that will come to affect him. This foreshadows the challenges and moral dilemmas Pip will face as the story progresses, revealing the futility of trying to escape or brush off one's past.