C. One for mammy, one for daddy, one for Uncle John.
The child, as she mentions the names, spreads out the skirts of her dress and courtesies, after which she retires to a little distance, and then returns.
M. Where, child! where, child! have you been all the day?
C. Up to granny’s.
M. What have you been doing there?
The answer to this is often “Washing dolls’ clothes,” but anything may be mentioned.
M. What did she give you?
The reply is again left to the child’s fancy.
M. Where’s my share?
C. The cat ate it. What’s in that box, mother?