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What is Mr. Vholes's intention in visiting Mr. Jarndyce and discussing Richard's situation?
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To genuinely help Richard get out of debt
To get Mr. Jarndyce to pay Richard's legal fees
To convince Mr. Jarndyce to invest in his legal services
To inform Mr. Jarndyce of Richard's success in Chancery affairs
Why is Mr. Vholes's appeal to Mr. Jarndyce on Richard's behalf most likely half-hearted?
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Because he has already received a large sum of money from Richard
Because he does not actually believe Richard can escape his debts
Because he has manipulated Richard to distrust Mr. Jarndyce
Because he secretly plans to betray Richard after gaining Mr. Jarndyce's trust
What is the main reason Richard clings to the Jarndyce and Jarndyce case?
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He sees it as a way to redeem himself after having become a failure
He is convinced by Mr. Vholes that he can win
He believes it is his duty to his family to continue the case
He enjoys the legal challenge and complexities of the case
What impact does Ada's financial support have on Richard's attitude towards the Chancery case?
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It makes him feel guilty and decide to give up on the case
It motivates him to find a job and become financially independent
It leads him to question the integrity of his Mr. Vholes
It deepens his shame but strengthens his resolve to win the case
Why is Esther embarrassed to meet Mr. Woodcourt?
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She is not dressed appropriately for the occasion
She owes him money and is ashamed to face him
She has not seen him in a long time and is nervous
She believes her scars will change how he feels about her
How does Mr. Woodcourt's behavior reflect his character, according to Esther's observations?
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He is indifferent and dismissive towards those he used to care for
He is kind and genuinely cares about the wellbeing of his patients
He is socially awkward and struggles to communicate his feelings
He is judgmental and critical of those around him
What does Mr. Woodcourt promise Esther regarding Richard?
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To occasionally check on Richard's well-being
To financially support Richard until he is out of debt
To convince Richard to abandon the Chancery case
To find Richard a new job in his professional field
