When He Became A Household Joke At Laurie's Home

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Who is narrating the short story Charles?
The narrator of the story is Laurie’s Mother.
2. According to the narrator, how did Laurie change when he started kindergarten?
He began wearing blue jeans, and had swagger. He also forgot to wave goodbye to his mom. He became more mature.
3. When was Charles first mentioned in Laurie’s home? Explain what he had done?
He was first mentioned the after lunch on the first day of school. Charles and been “fresh” to the teacher.
4. Explain how Charles became a household joke at Laurie’s home.
He became a household joke because Laurie came home every day and said something bad that Charles had done at school. Also they would act like Charles and have some attitude every so often.
5. Why were Laurie’s

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