Little Men, Chapter 20 summary

What happens

1. The children choose fireside snacks, invite the girls, and trade riddles, while Tommy and Nan quarrel over his attempt to control her.
2. Franz proposes that each new arrival tell a story, and Silas describes his faithful horse and a dying enemy’s generosity.
3. Mrs. Jo tells how Lewis White suffers false suspicion after lying, and Rob earns a brief stay with his own story.
4. Mrs. Jo describes James Snow learning to support his mother while pursuing his studies.
5. Mr. Bhaer tells how Demi’s grandfather prevents a robbery through sympathy and a gift.
6. During games, Tommy apologizes to Nan, she returns his ring, and they restore their friendship.

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What to notice

Mr. Bhaer answers Dan’s preference for violence. Tommy puts this lesson into practice by approaching Nan with an apology.

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