The Hoosier Schoolmaster · Character

Mirandy Means

A member of the Means family.

minor

Also known as Mirandy

First appearance: III: Mirandy, Hank, and Shocky

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The daughter of the Means family, who is present at the house and is noted for her 'bright eyes' and 'red cheeks,' showing a lively interest in the new arrival.

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The Hoosier Schoolmaster
The daughter of the Means family, who is present at the house and is noted for her 'bright eyes' and 'red cheeks,' showing a lively interest in the new arrival.
I: A Private Lesson from a Bulldog
The girl at the Means's house who giggles at the prospect of Ralph being eaten by the bulldog.
A Spell Coming
Expresses strong support for the spelling-school, valuing its social aspects over intellectual ones.
III: Mirandy, Hank, and Shocky
Falls in love with Ralph after he shows his 'bulldog' character, and expresses her feelings through ogling and simpering.
IV: Spelling Down the Master
The Means' daughter, who blushes and gazes at Ralph, hoping for his attention.
A Struggle for the Mastery
Silently expresses her love for Ralph as he triumphs.
A Crisis with Bud
Her lie about Ralph courting Hannah causes the conflict between Ralph and Bud.

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