The idea of making school history appealed to them, and they were ready to respond with enthusiasm to her appeal.

Even the ten-year-olds were eager to show their zeal.

Winona had never taken her eyes off the speaker.

It was a new gospel to her that she was one of the great community, bound to help the common weal.

The realization of it stirred her spirit; her imagination danced ahead, and performed prodigies.