The first half of the game closed with the score 8 to 6 in favor of the juniors.
During the intermission of twenty minutes between halves, the sophomores retired to the little room off the gymnasium to rest.

The outlook was indeed gloomy.

It was doubtful whether they could make up their loss during the last half.

Marian Barber, Eva Allen and Miriam whispered together in one corner.

Grace sat with her chin in her hand, deep in thought, while Nora stood staring out the window trying to keep back the tears.