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Question
When and why do Peggy and Maddie notice Wanda’s absence?
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Solution
Peggie and Maddie noticed Wanda’s absence after three days, i.e., on Wednesday. They finally noticed her absence because Wanda had got them late for school. They had waited for her in order to have some fun, but she did not turn up.
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But on Wednesday, Peggy and Maddie, who sat down front with other children who got good marks and who didn’t track in a whole lot of mud, did notice that Wanda wasn’t there.
Answer the following question in 30-40 words :
Why did Maddie write a note to Peggy and then tore it?
Answer the following question in 30-40 words :
Why did Maddie write a note to Peggy and then tore it?
