In Great Expectations, Pip is talking to the 'mysterious sailor' that is at his house. He asks the man "What floor do you want?" and the man replies "The top, Mr. Pip."

Question

In Great Expectations, Pip is talking to the 'mysterious sailor' that is at his house. He asks the man "What floor do you want?" and the man replies "The top, Mr. Pip." 
What does this mean???

Writeacher · Answer

http://www.sparknotes.com/lit/greatex/ Rooms on the top floor are usually considered the best in the house.