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What are some examples of sarcasm that reveals prejudice in Oliver Twist?

Here are a few instances of sarcasm in *Oliver Twist* that reveals prejudice:

Mr. Bumble's sarcasm towards the poor

Mr. Bumble, the beadle of the workhouse, often uses sarcasm to belittle and mock the poor. For example, when Oliver asks for more food, Mr. Bumble sarcastically remarks, "You must have a great appetite, my dear. But the rules are the rules, and you must be content with what you have."

Mrs. Mann's sarcasm towards Oliver

Mrs. Mann, the matron of the workhouse, also uses sarcasm to mistreat Oliver. She calls him "a little vagabond" and says he is "not worth the trouble" of taking care of.

Noah Claypole's sarcasm towards Oliver

Noah Claypole, a workhouse apprentice, uses sarcasm to bully Oliver. He constantly ridicules Oliver and calls him names such as "workhouse brat" and "parish orphan".

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