Sister Carrie, Chapter 7 summary
Chapter 7 of 47 · 16 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 7, Carrie tries to return Drouet’s twenty dollars, but he persuades her to buy clothes and accept a room rather than return to Columbia City. Feeling unwelcome with Minnie and Hanson, she leaves a concealed note and meets Drouet, choosing his support despite her continuing doubts.
What happens
- Carrie enjoys possessing Drouet’s money but realizes she cannot explain new clothes to Minnie.
- Minnie suggests returning home, and Carrie resolves to return the money and seek work.
- After another unsuccessful application, Carrie browses expensive goods before meeting Drouet at noon.
- Drouet offers support, encourages clothing purchases, and rents a room while presenting Carrie as his sister.
- Carrie agrees to leave the flat that evening and hides a farewell note beneath Minnie’s hairbrush.
- She slips away and meets Drouet, who proposes taking a streetcar.
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What to notice
Drouet’s offer replaces Carrie’s plan to return the money with another way to remain in Chicago. It links relief from her difficulties to dependence on him.
Quick check
How does Carrie explain her departure to Minnie?
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