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William Williams

A minor character, possibly a clerk or tradesman.

minor

Also known as Williams

First appearance: iv the r wilfer family

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RWReginald WilferCJCaptain JoeyRIRiahBWBella WilferBGBob GlamourWWWilliam Williams

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Minor characters and background figures
  • Central characters and rivals
  • Protagonist

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

This scene is the dramatic climax because it marks the emotional and psychological peak of Betty Higden’s life…

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