Lulu and Bel. Yes, sir; no, sir.
Agnes. What do you say when a lady speaks to you?
Lulu and Bel. Yes, ma’am; no, ma’am.
Agnes. And, if they ask you how you do, don’t hang your head down, and suck your thumbs, so, but speak this way (with slight bow and simper),—“Very well, I thank you.” Now let me hear you say it.
Children (imitating). Very well, I thank you.
Agnes. And what do you say at the table?
Bel. Please give me some more jelly.
Lulu. Please may I be excused, when we get up.
Agnes. That is right. And, if anybody asks you to sing, you must be willing, and sing them one of your little songs. What one do you like the best?
Lulu. “Gone Away.”