Oliver Twist · Character
Duff
A police officer who investigates the burglary with Blathers.
minor
Also known as Mr. Duff
First appearance: Involves a Critical Position
Duff shows up with force in Involves a Critical Position. The page is where that presence becomes real.
The other officer; expresses contempt for Giles's muddled testimony and later inclines to blame the Family Pet for the burglary.
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Character groups
- Mrs. Maylie's household staff
- Fagin's criminal gang
- Minor criminal and police figures
- Protagonist
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Rising action.
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
In this passage, the dramatic climax occurs when Rose Maylie, previously depicted as cheerful and in high spir…
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