💡Bitzer's loyalty to fact-based education prevents him from allowing Tom's release.
🎪Mr. Sleary's plan to help Tom escape showcases the power of performers and entertainment.
🐕The return of Merrylegs the dog symbolizes the death of Mr. Joop.
⚖️While Bitzer's desire for justice seems valid, his true motive is self-interest.
✨Mr. Sleary's story about Merrylegs resolves the mystery of whether or not Sissy's father will return.
Why does Bitzer refuse to release Tom?
—Bitzer's adherence to fact-based education convinces him that it would be impractical to let Tom go.
How does Mr. Sleary help Tom escape?
—Mr. Sleary comes up with a plan and allows Tom to be escorted out of town by some of his performers.
What does the return of Merrylegs the dog symbolize?
—Merrylegs' return to the circus signifies the death of Mr. Joop.
Why does Bitzer want Tom to return to Coketown?
—Bitzer hopes that by returning Tom, he will be promoted to Tom's position at the bank.
Does Sissy's father ever come back to her?
—No, unfortunately, Sissy's father does not return.
00:10Mr. Gradgrind tries to persuade Bitzer to release Tom, but fails.
00:31Mr. Sleary devises a plan to help Tom escape.
00:52Mr. Sleary reveals that Merrylegs' return signifies Mr. Joop's death.
01:30Bitzer's desire to bring Tom back is motivated by self-interest, not justice.
01:59Mr. Sleary's story about Merrylegs resolves the mystery of Sissy's father.
