A Tale of Two Cities: resumen de Book 2: The Golden Thread, Chapter 3
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In Chapter 3, Mr. Darnay faces a treason charge supported by disputed witnesses and Miss Manette’s reluctant account of their meeting aboard a ship. Mr. Carton’s resemblance to the prisoner undermines an identification, and the jury acquits Darnay despite the prosecution’s demands and the Judge’s unfavorable summary.
Qué sucede
- The prosecution demands conviction, but questioning exposes weaknesses in John Barsad’s character and Roger Cly’s testimony.
- Mr. Jarvis Lorry cannot identify the prisoner as a mail coach passenger but remembers their shared sea crossing.
- Miss Manette describes the prisoner’s kindness, private business, exchanged papers, and joking comparison of George Washington with George the Third.
- Doctor Manette cannot recall the crossing because his memory remains blank across that period.
- Mr. Carton draws attention to his resemblance to the prisoner, allowing Mr. Stryver to undermine an identification witness.
- After Miss Manette leaves in distress and the jury withdraws, Darnay receives an acquittal; Jerry carries the news.
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Doctor Manette’s missing memories prevent him from confirming the voyage or conversation. His testimony also exposes the continuing effects of imprisonment.
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What undermines the witness who identifies Darnay at a hotel?
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