MME. D’AMERGUEUX. He recognizes us. Did you see him give a little nod? [She directs her smiles at the President].
M. DE FORGEAU. Yes. Hush.
PRESIDENT. Marie Gaubert, stand up. [A thin little woman rises to her feet]. Your name is Marie Gaubert. How old are you?
SCHOOLMISTRESS. Twenty-seven.
PRESIDENT. Profession?
SCHOOLMISTRESS. Schoolmistress.
PRESIDENT. Do you admit the facts with which you are charged?
SCHOOLMISTRESS. Yes.
PRESIDENT. What have you to say in your defence?
SCHOOLMISTRESS. I didn’t think I was doing wrong.