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1. What is the train ride like for Pip in Chapter 1?

Pip and her father ride the train. It is packed, and Pip stands shoulder to shoulder with other passengers. There are too many hands on the metal pole, so Pip holds her dad's bent arm to keep her steady. She keeps thinking that she sees Charlie Green on the train.

2. In Chapter 1, what is the first thing that Pip sees when she walks into the room where the mediation is being held?

When Pip steps into the room, Max Hastings' face is the first thing that she sees. She notices his angular cheekbones, the downward pout of his mouth, and his messy swept-back blond hair. There is a hint of gloating in his eyes when they meet hers.

3. What does Max's attorney say they want from Pip for the statement she made on April 30?

Max's attorney explains all the pain and suffering Max and his family has gone through because of the statement Pip made on April 30. They are asking for $23,000 in damages. However, if Pip will apologize and retract her statement, they will agree to a settlement of $7,000.

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