# Elizabeth — His Family character guide

> Elizabeth in His Family by Ernest Poole.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Poor Elizabeth, Betsy, Elizabeth, young Elizabeth

**First appearance:** 0009-viii

## Who they are

A woman from the Gales' social circle, possibly a friend of Deborah.

## In the story

### [Chapter XXIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/his_family_se/chapters/xxiv)

Goes to the village with George to collect mail.

### [Chapter XXVII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/his_family_se/chapters/xxvii)

Elizabeth, at thirteen, is fascinated by Deborah's world and dreams of becoming a surgeon, but feels guilty for her interest.

### [XXXIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/his_family_se/chapters/xxxiv)

Stands with George at the study door, listening to the argument between Deborah and Edith.

### [XXXVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/his_family_se/chapters/xxxviii)

Referred to as Betsy; sits with Bruce in her lap; Roger wonders about her future ambitions.

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