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Viola

A character from Shakespeare, referenced in the girls' plays.

minor

Also known as the Lady Viola

First appearance: part i i playing pilgrims

See Viola in part i i playing pilgrimsBook page

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MMMeg MarchMMMarmee MarchAMAnnie MoffatFLFlorenceMRMadame RécamierVIViola

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Party and Shakespearean figures
  • March family and close circle
  • Pickwick Club members
  • Historical and cultural figures

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Viola in part i i playing pilgrims