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Chapters 1, 2, and 3

• Carol attends college in Minneapolis and wonders what to do with her future.

• Although she receives a marriage proposal, Carol claims marriage is not for her.

• Carol moves to Chicago and finds the Bohemian lifestyle she idolized is not for her.

• Carol moves to St. Paul and works in the library for three years.

• After meeting Dr. Kennicott, Carol gets engaged and moves to Gopher Prairie.

Chapters 4, 5, and 6

• After observing the bleak state of Main Street, Carol questions her move.

• The Clarks throw a party to welcome Carol to town.

• Carol brings up elevated topics at the party, but the conversation remains dull.

• Carol makes a close friend in Vida Sherwin.

• After remodeling her house and discussing politics, Carol becomes the subject of gossip around town.

• Carol hosts an exotic party with a Chinese theme.

• The guests enjoy the party and it receives a glowing review...

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