AQA GCSE English Literature · 8702
Paper 1
- Revise: Act 3
The loss of something, or the enforcement of a penalty, because an agreement has been broken.
- Revise: Chapters 50 to 59
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GCSE English Literature · key term
The loss of property as a legal penalty. Magwitch’s conviction means that his wealth is forfeited to the Crown rather than inherited by Pip.
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Paper 1
The loss of something, or the enforcement of a penalty, because an agreement has been broken.
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The loss of something as a penalty for breaking an agreement. Antonio’s failure to repay triggers the bond’s penalty, which Shylock insists on claiming.
The loss of money or property as a legal penalty. Magwitch’s conviction means that his possessions are forfeited to the Crown rather than inherited by Pip.
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The loss of property as a legal penalty. Magwitch’s conviction means his wealth is forfeited to the Crown rather than inherited by Pip.
Revise: Chapters 50 to 59The wounded prisoner is now someone whose affection and generosity Pip values. This change is particularly significant because Pip realises that conviction will mean the forfeiture of Magwitch’s wealth. His loyalty no longer depends on receiving money.
Failure to fulfil an agreement, resulting in the loss of something promised as a penalty.
A penalty incurred when someone breaks an agreement or fails to fulfil its conditions.
Component 1
Failure to fulfil an agreement, making its stated penalty enforceable.