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How Does Fanny Create Tension In A Small House

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Later in the novel, Fanny enters her room, called the East Room, and is surprised to see Edmund seated at her desk. Edmund has come to give Fanny a handmade chain to hold her brother’s cross pendant. It is essential that this exchange occurs in the East Room because the secluded space permits the plot to advance without disruptions. If it were to take place in any other area of the house, there would be a risk of nosy spectators observing the scene. For example, if Mrs. Norris were around when the chain is given to Fanny, she would be furious. She would scold Edmund for giving Fanny such a nice gift and make Fanny feel bad by degrading her and commanding her to be grateful. Fanny’s remote room keeps the interaction as a secret between Fanny

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