She was vain, haughty, and proud of putting on airs.

She considered herself quite the finest lady in the village, but condescended to associate with the wives of the minister, the doctor, and a few of the richer inhabitants, but even with them she took care to show that she regarded herself superior to them all.

She was, therefore, unpopular, as was her son among his companions.

However, these two stood by each other, and Mrs.Preston was sure to defend Godfrey in all he did, and complained because his father did not do the same.
"I didn't think you'd turn against me, and let a low boy insult me," complained Godfrey.
"Why do you call him low ?" "Because he's only an Irish boy." "Some of our most distinguished men have been Irish boys or of Irish descent.

I don't think you have proved your point." "He's a beggar." "I'm not a beggar," exclaimed Andy, speaking for the first time.