When Walter tells Ruth about Charlie Atkins and
says, "And now-he's grossing a hundred
thousand a year. A hundred thousand dollars a
year! You still call him a loudmouth!" readers
can infer what about the conflict between the
couple?
Walter has had previous business
ventures which Ruth has not
supported.
Ruth wishes for more financial
support from her husband.
Ruth is not concerned about the
couple's financial struggles.
Walter is not motivated to work and
his attitude angers Ruth.