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What was Emily's speech about?

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Emily's speech was about the Louisiana Purchase.

EMILY: Mama, I made a speech in class today and I was very good.
MRS. WEBB: You must recite it to your father at supper. What was It about?
EMILY: The Louisiana Purchase. It was like silk off a spool. I'm going to make speeches all my life. Mama, are these big enough?

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