Fourth Schoolgirl (the one with imagination)
You idiots! You poor kittens!
First Schoolgirl
If we ever do get back to Paris!
Teacher
(Wearily.) Please pay attention. This is one of the world's most sacred spots. It is the scene of a great heroism. It is the place where many of our fellow countrymen laid down their lives. How can you stand on this solemn ground and chatter about hats?
Third Schoolgirl
Well, you see, Miss Hadley, we're fed up with solemn grounds. You can't expect us to go into raptures at this stage over an old ditch. And, to be serious, wouldn't some of those field flowers make a lovely combination for hats? With the French touch, don't you know? You'd be darling in one—so ingénue!
Second Schoolgirl
Ssh! She'll kill you. (Three girls turn their backs and stifle a giggle.)