A critical event in Pip's life takes place early on in his childhood. Pip is a character that wears his emotions on his sleeve, and makes decisions based on impulse. When Pip felt an urge to reconnect with his parents that had passed away, he decided to take a visit to the isolated village chuchyard. Suddenly a deranged convict sprung up in front of him and violently threatened him. The convict demanded that Pip bring him food immediately. Despite the horror of the convict, Pip treats him with compassion and kindness. Later after Pip finished giving his convict food, he heard that the police were searching for him, and the first thought that Pip had was of the safety of his convict. One of Pip's main character traits is that of his loyalty and dedication to those whom he cares for. As to why Pip feels a need to be attached to the convict is really up for grabs, but my main theory is that Pip is truly just a compassionate person. Pip's compassion is the reason why this event is so important, because if he had not helped the convict, his life would have taken a different route, perhaps filled with a bit more pleasure, but certainly a one without as much opportunity.
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