<span>Peter's fidgeting with his pen-knife and Clarissa's use of her scissors during the conversation symbolize that they both have some aggression towards each other and their default way to converse is defensive.
</span><span>The description of Peter's thoughts suggests that he disapproves of Clarissa's lifestyle. --It is clear that Peter does not think Clarissa is doing anything worthwhile, and is judging her actions harshly compared to thinking of himself and his accomplishments very highly. </span>
He appeals his emotions and sentiment to distract his audience from the need of justification in favor of angering them so they agree.
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Sara's love/passion for foreign languages made her decision to study French as easy one.