Dependency

1. Dependency • The state of relying upon another individual for certain needs. • When two characters depend on one another it shows that they have a relationship with each other • Dependency is a motif which relates to the theme of ambition and self improvement because in order to improve one’s self they must rely upon others for guidance and assistance, both physically or mentally.

2. Dependency within Great Expectations • Pip’s dependency on Joe • Pip’s dependency on Ms. Havisham • The Pockets’ dependency on their Nannies • Herbert’s dependency on Pip • Pip’s dependency on Magwitch and vice versa • Pip’s dependency on Wemmick • Aged P.’s dependency on Wemmick • Ms. Havisham’s dependency on Estella

3. Pip’s Dependency On Joe Companionship and friendship “’You know, Pip’” said Joe… ‘you and me is always friends, and I'd be the last to tell upon you, any time.’” Source of entertainment Protection from Mrs. Joe Mentor and teacher of his trade Nurse or caretaker

4. Pip’s Dependency on Ms. Havisham • Gives him Opportunity to get to know Estella • Gives him a money “`Pip has earned a premium here,' she said, `and here it is. There are five-and-twenty guineas in this bag. Give it to your master, Pip.' “ • Introduced him to the idea of being a gentleman

5. The Pocket’s Dependency on their Nannies • Maintain order in an otherwise chaotic home • The nannies prepare the meals • Entertain and care for the children • Act as the mother figures to the Pocket children and even watches over the mother

6. Herbert’s Dependency on Pip • Food from the café • Friendship • Partnership in shipping company • Financial advice

7. Pip’s Dependency On Abel Magwitch • Source of “great expectations” • Father figure • Needs him for emotional growth. • Changes Pip’s entire life

8. Magwitch’s Dependency on Pip • Pip brought food and file to Magwitch • Sense of Pride “`blast you every one, from the judge in his wig, to the colonist a stirring up the dust, I'll show a better gentleman than the whole kit on you put together!‘” • Shelter • Protection from the law

9. Pip’s Dependency on Wemmick • Personal life advice “’and therefore I sought advice from Wemmick's experience and knowledge of men and affairs’” • Companionship • Helps with plans to smuggle Magwitch

10. Aged Parent’s dependency on Wemmick • Food • Shelter • Entertainment • Source of Pride

11. Ms. Havisham’s dependency on Estella • Revenge on men “That girl's hard and haughty and capricious to the last degree, and has been brought up by Miss Havisham to wreak revenge on all the male sex.' “ • Someone to carry on her name • Companion • Sense of pride