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Write down in your own words the way Laurie confirmed the names of the March sisters.
Solution
Laurie asked Jo whether Beth was the rosy looking sister who stayed at home most of the time and carried a little basket whenever she went out. He then confirmed if Meg was the one who looked pretty and Amy was the one with curly hair.
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(5)
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