Lead By: Caitlin Cook
Notetaker: Ali Cepon
*We started off this disscussion by talking about what happend in the beginning of the section Marius.
1. Does wealth spoil ones character?
- Yes and No. If wealth is one's number one responsibility then yes it will spoil one's character. But, if one puts family and morals before things like money then no it won't spoil one's character.
2. Describe the relationship between Marius and his grandfather. How is it similar or different to Jean and Cosette's relationship?
- When Marius was young his mother died so his grandfather gave Marius' father a choice: keep your son and he gets no inheiritance or give me your son and he will be wealthy. The dad gives Marius over thinking that is what is best.
- There relationship is forced unlike Jeans and Cosettes. Also they are related by blood but treat each other as strangers unlike Jean and Cosette.
3. What do you think of Marius' decision to walk out on his grandfather and refuse the money he is offered every month?
- It shows that he is his own man.
- He won't except the money because he wants to cut his grandfather off because he lied to him his whole life. Also, if he accepted the money then he would owe his grandfather, and he doesn't want that to happen.
4. How important is family in developing ones character?
- Very important. You get your character from your family. Your family is what shapes you into you.
5. Why did Marius' aunt have him followed by his cousin?
- She had him followed to find out what he was doing. They thought he was sleeping around with other women, but he was actually visiting his dad's grave.
6. Why did Marius' dad go to the church on certain days at a certain time? What does this show?
- He went on certain days at certain times to see his son.
- This shows that he really loves his son and he wants the best for him. He sacraficed his relationship with his son so his son can live a better life.
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