Show how the opening chapter of "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens is effective in arousing the interest of the reader

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This shows great braveness because Pip has negotiated with Magwitch instead of showing fear. Even though Magwitch is hostile towards Pip, Pip is still as respectful as he would be towards other adults. He continues to call him "Sir" all the time that Magwitch is bullying him...
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This shows that even though Pip shows maturity he may still be scared. This shows that he is still childlike. His childish attitude is again displayed when he is threatened with the young man. This shows childishness because it seems impossible that this young man could be real because of the threats made about him...
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