How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #10
It does not take money long to make plain its impotence, providing the desires are in the realm of affection. With her one hundred and fifty in hand, Carrie could think of nothing particularly to do. In itself, as a tangible, apparent thing which she could touch and look upon, it was a diverting thing for a few days, but this soon passed. (44.92)
The money that Carrie holds here no doubt reminds us of that much earlier moment in the novel when she holds in her hand the money Drouet gave her. Her reaction here is much different, though, so you might want to take a minute to compare these two moments. What's changed between then and now?