She’s in that state of mind, that she wants to deny something—only she doesn’t know what to deny!

Red Queen

A nasty, vicious temper. I invite you to Alice’s dinner party this afternoon.

White Queen

And I invite you.

Alice

I didn’t know I was to have a party at all; but if there is to be one, I think I ought to invite the guests.

Red Queen

We gave you the opportunity of doing it, but I dare say you’ve not had many lessons in manners yet.

Alice