rch shows that Jo has a love for reading and learning. It foreshadows that she will eventually have something to do with books. The girls caring or each other shows that they want to do the best they can to make sure every one is happy.
The Laurence's are rich and keep to themselves. This strikes a curiosity in them to Jo. She wants to know about them which foreshadow that they will all get to know each other and become friends. Laurie was very happy when Jo offered to come over and amuse him. This shows that Laurie is a very lonely boy who doesn't have anyone to talk to. Marmee and the other girls sending custard over shows the hospita
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