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The Mule-Bone · Character

Matilda

A minor child character.

minor

Also known as Little Matilda

First appearance: act i

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MRMrs. RobertsWCWill CodyLBLum BogerHAHamboTETeetsMAMatilda

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Minor female and church figures
  • Prominent male community members
  • Church elders and distinct roles

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

SetupClimax
  • Setup
  • Breaking point

This scene is the dramatic climax because it marks Jim’s emotional and psychological peak of rage and despair,…

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