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Daniel Deronda, Chapter 16 summary

Chapter 16 of 71 · Book 2: Meeting Streams · 34 min to read the chapter

In Chapter 16, Daniel Deronda grows up believing that Sir Hugo Mallinger is secretly his father, and his unspoken distress strengthens both his reserve and his sympathy for others. At Cambridge, helping Hans Meyrick undermines his scholarship attempt, and Sir Hugo permits him to leave university and pursue study abroad.

What happens

  1. At thirteen, Daniel hears Mr. Fraser explain illegitimate children and begins to suspect that Sir Hugo is his father.
  2. Sir Hugo's suggestion of a singing career deepens Daniel's fears, but plans for Eton reassure him about his social position.
  3. Sir Hugo marries, has three daughters, and promises Daniel an income; Daniel keeps his conviction about his birth unspoken.
  4. At Cambridge, Daniel questions examination methods while developing a close, protective friendship with Hans Meyrick.
  5. Daniel helps Hans through serious eye trouble; Hans wins a scholarship, while Daniel fails in his own attempt.
  6. Hans secretly explains Daniel's sacrifice to Sir Hugo, who approves Daniel's departure; Daniel then visits Hans's family in Chelsea.

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In this chapter

DerondaSir Hugo

What to notice

Daniel explains why he wants to study abroad. He seeks wider understanding without rejecting his English identity.

Quick check

Why does Daniel neglect his mathematics at Cambridge?

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