According to douglass how does virginia law show that slavery is wrong

Why does pumblechook choke on the brandy at christmas dinner? a. he has had too much to drink. b. mrs. joe had only spoiled brandy to serve him. c. pip replaced it with tar water. d. he becomes overexcited telling his story.

What logical prediction can be made from this passage?

Which method of characterization does the author use to the reader get to know mrs. allison? actions appearance dialogue thoughts