Jo says they should each buy what they want because they have earned it with their hard work, and Meg agrees. Meg complains about having to teach all day, and Jo says she works harder caring for a very picky lady.
B
Jo says that their mother would want them to have Christmas presents, so they should buy what they want. She looks closely at her shoes as she says this. Meg thinks she works hard teaching, but Jo thinks she works harder.
C
Jo says they should not give up everything because they work hard enough to earn money. Meg complains about teaching children all day, and Jo whines about being shut up for hours with a nervous, fussy lady.
D
Jo says that their mother would not want them to give up everything and childishly states that they deserve to have some fun. Meg and Jo argue about whether it’s harder to care for younger or older people.