The Lady of the Barge · Character
Mrs. Benson
A female character, possibly related to Jem Benson.
minor
Also known as Benson
First appearance: the lady of the barge
Mrs. Benson shows up with force in I. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Bids goodnight to her son and asks about Wilfred, accepting Jem's explanation that he has gone.
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In I: Bids goodnight to her son and asks about Wilfred, accepting Jem's explanation that he has gone. Later, in Chapter II: Mrs. Benson appears briefly in the porch, chiding Jem for keeping Olive out late and…
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- Breaking point
- Closing
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