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hodyreva [135]
3 years ago
11

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1 answer:
bonufazy [111]3 years ago
8 0

Answer:

The author is emphasizing the sense of loss that Della must feel when she realizes she can’t use them.

This description is included as a part of the setting of the story.

The author is contrasting Della's poverty with her extravagant tastes.

The author wants the reader to understand Jim’s disappointment in Della.Explanation:

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