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What do we learn about the party through the preparations?
We learn through the party preparations that the Sheridan family is quite wealthy. They have a tennis court on their property, have ordered a huge amount of expensive flowers, and are getting their cream puffs from a bakery known to make the best. They also have a pond and intend on having a band playing at the party. We also learn that they have a party like this every year, signifying that this is a yearly, opulent tradition.
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How do Laura’s actions and attitude differ from her family?
Laura seems to have more empathy for people of lower classes. She feels a sense of camaraderie with the workmen (though...
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