Page 4: Conclusion of the Extract
This page concludes the extract, focusing on Philly's potential job prospects and her mother's reactions.
Key points:
- Philly considers asking for bar staff work at a local pub to meet young people
- Marion disapproves of this idea, though her reaction is not explicitly stated
- The extract ends with a hint at Marion's disapproval of Philly's current waitressing job
Definition: Tsked - A verb describing the sound made to express disapproval or impatience, often by clicking the tongue against the roof of the mouth.
The narrative continues to provide insight into Philly's thoughts, particularly her desire to meet people her own age and her reluctance to share certain feelings with her mother. The language used maintains its conversational tone, effectively conveying the underlying tension in the mother-daughter relationship.
Highlight: The extract concludes by emphasizing the conflict between Philly's desire for independence and her mother's traditional expectations, a common theme in coming-of-age stories.
This extract from "A Secret Garden" offers a nuanced portrayal of family dynamics, rural life, and the challenges of finding one's place in the world, themes that resonate with the classic Mary The secret garden story while presenting a more contemporary setting.