A Cup of Tea" by Katherine Mansfield
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What are some of the qualities that describe Rosemary Fell in the text?

Young, brilliant, extremely modern, exquisitely well dressed, amazingly well read in the newest books, and a host to important people and artists.

How long has Rosemary been married and what is the name of her son?

Rosemary had been married for two years and her son's name is Michael.

What is the financial status of Rosemary and her husband?

They are really rich, not just comfortably well off.

Where would Rosemary go if she wanted to shop for clothes? And where would she go if she wanted to buy flowers?

<p>She would go to Paris for clothes and to a perfect shop in Regent Street for flowers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe Rosemary's husband's feelings towards her.

<p>Her husband absolutely adored her.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the qualities that make Rosemary Fell stand out in the text?

<p>Rosemary is described as young, brilliant, extremely modem, exquisitely well dressed, and amazingly well read in the newest of the new books. Her parties were a delicious mixture of important people and artists.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe Rosemary's attitude towards shopping and buying flowers.

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How does the narrator characterize Rosemary's husband's feelings towards her?

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What is the name of Rosemary's son and how old is he?

<p>Rosemary's son is named Michael and is referred to as a duck of a boy. He is not Peter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the financial status of Rosemary and her husband, and how does it impact their lifestyle?

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Study Notes

Rosemary Fell's Character

  • Rosemary is not beautiful, but rather pretty, if her features are taken individually
  • She is young, brilliant, and extremely modern
  • Exquisitely well dressed and amazingly well read in the newest books

Her Social Life

  • Her parties are a mix of important people and artists, some of whom are quirky and terrifying, while others are presentable and amusing

Family and Wealth

  • Rosemary has been married for two years and has a son named Michael
  • Her husband adores her
  • They are extremely rich, not just comfortably well off
  • Their wealth allows Rosemary to shop in Paris and buy flowers from a high-end shop in Regent Street

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