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Mr. Alling

A minor character referenced.

minor

First appearance: xx

Mr. Alling shows up with force in Chapter V. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The Latin instructor who uses slang and irreverent humor to teach Plautus, disconcerting Hugh with his flippancy.
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Rising action.

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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