Question

Why was the peddler surprised by the hospitality of the crofter? Did he

deserve such treatment?​

Answer 1

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The crofter served him porridge for supper and tobacco for his pipe. He also played a game of cards with him till bed time. This hospitality was unexpected as people usually made sour faces when the peddler asked for shelter

Answer 2

1. No, the peddler had not anticipated the level of hospitality shown to him by the crofter.
2. When he knocked on the door and asked for a night shelter, he was expecting a frown.
3. However, the crofter was relieved to have someone to talk to in his loneliness.
4. He immediately set fire to the porridge pot and fed the peddler.
5. Then he gave him a large slice of tobacco for the stranger to smoke in his pipe.
6. Finally, he entertained the stranger until bedtime by playing the card game "Majolis."

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