Ethan Frome
for what purpose does the author have Mattie attend dances I'm the story
found in chapter 2, book ethan frome
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The purpose of Mattie's attendance at the dances would be to illustrate Ethan's increasing desire and jealousy for the girl. The dances are also an accurate depiction of social customs and activities in the culture.
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