Of Human Bondage Short Essay Answer Key

Short Essay Answer Key

1. Why does William not allow Phillip to have any food when they arrive at the vicarage?

When they arrive at the vicarage, Aunt Louisa is waiting for them. Uncle William insists on having a boiled egg, but does not have anything prepared for Philip because of the expense.

2. What keepsake does Phillip choose from the house, and why?

After the funeral, Philip's uncle instructs him to pick one of his mother's belongings to take away with him since all the others will be sold. Philip picks a clock he knew his mother liked.

3. What does Phillip do to feel close to his mother after her death?

After his mother's death, Phillip goes to lie down in his bed so that he can remember her embrace and feel close to her once again.

4. What does Phillip's mother die of?

Philip's mother has just...
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