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Question
How would Miss Meadows usually treat Mary? How did her behavior towards the girl change that day?
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Solution
Usually, she would receive the flower from her favorite pupil Mary Beazley. She would tuck it in her belt with great tenderness and give a smile to her. The music class would start with a joyful note.
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