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What is the setting of the novel "Great Expectations?"

  1. London

  2. Paris

  3. New York

  4. Rome

The correct answer is: London

The setting of the novel "Great Expectations" is London, as it is where the majority of the events take place. Option B, Paris, is incorrect as the novel is set in England, not France. Option C, New York, is also incorrect as the story takes place in the 19th century, long before New York City was made into a major metropolitan area. Option D, Rome, is incorrect as the story does not mention or involve the city of Rome at all.