In Chapter 9 of “Goodbye, Mr. Chips,” the protagonist, Mr. Chipping (affectionately known as Mr. Chips), undergoes significant changes in his life. Initially, he moves from a more spacious apartment to his original bachelor quarters in School House. He contemplates giving up his role as a housemaster, but the Head persuades him to continue, a decision he later appreciates.
The chapter explores the impact of significant life events on Mr. Chips. After experiencing the loss of his wife, he undergoes a transformation that makes him appear “old” in the eyes of others. Despite maintaining physical activity and enthusiasm for his work, he becomes marked by a sense of age that others notice for the first time. Mr. Chips, now fifty, reflects on this perception, finding humor in a comment made by a boy after a cricket game.
As Mr. Chips ages, the narrative reveals a sense of mellowing and harmony settling upon him with the new century. He no longer faces disciplinary troubles and gains confidence in his work and worth. His pride in the school, Brookfield, reflects back on him, providing a sense of pride in his own identity and position. Seniority and experience grant him the freedom to embrace gentle eccentricities typical of schoolmasters. The chapter highlights the evolving nature of Mr. Chips’ character and his growing contentment within the context of his long-standing service at Brookfield.
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- Chapter No. 17 Coordination and Control 2nd Year Biology
- Chapter No. 18 Reproduction 2nd Year Biology
- Chapter No. 19 Growth and Development 2nd Year Biology