Oliver Twist

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Why does Noah taunt Oliver in the first place?

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Noah taunts Oliver because for maybe the first time, he can taunt and abuse rather than being taunted and abused. Noah is establishing his position as Oliver's superior. In my opinion, Noah is treating Oliver in the same way the he, himself, has been treated.

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Oliver Twist/ Chapter Five