Question

how did peggy try to defend herself by making excuses?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Peggy made fun of Wanda's dress in an indirect manner. But to cover up her guilt she felt satisfied that she atleast did not call Wanda a foreigner or made fun of her name.

Answer 2

Answer:

Peggy tries to defend herself by saying that her behaviour towards Wanda inspired her to explore her drawing skills as she sketches a hundred dresses and that makes her win the drawing contest.

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