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Why did it make Mr. Purcell feel “vaguely insulted”?
Do you think the atmosphere of Mr. Purcell’s shop was cheerful or depressing? Give reasons for your answer.
Describe the stranger who came to the pet shop. What did he want?
(i) The man insisted on buying the doves because he was fond of birds. Do you agree?
(ii) How had he earned the five dollars he had?
Was the customer interested in the care and feeding of the doves he had bought? If not, why not?
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