What does Mrs. Merriweather mean when she says, "It's never entered that wool of hers that the only reason I keep her is beacause this depression's on...?" (p. 233)

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Chapter 24

Asked by sammy c #957324 on 12/2/2019 4:18 AM

Last updated by jill d #170087 on 12/2/2019 12:46 PM

Answered by jill d #170087 on 12/2/2019 12:46 PM

Mrs. Merriweather is referring to Sophy's head, which she rudely describes by the texture of her hair (wooly).

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