How does the staff respond to Oliver's request for more food?

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Why do they respond this way?

Asked by cassidy g #298741 on 1/30/2013 4:42 PM

Last updated by jill d #170087 on 1/30/2013 6:06 PM

Answered by jill d #170087 on 1/30/2013 6:06 PM

The master "turned very pale," and "gazed in stupified astonishment." The assistants "were paralyzed with wonder."