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What is chapter forty–six mainly about?

Despereaux tells himself a story as he descends the dungeon steps.

What is Despereaux's purpose in telling the story?

Look at the section of chapter forty–six where Despereaux finds strength and, "… pushed the spool of thread with a great deal of gusto."

In this context, what does "gusto" mean?

Look at the section of chapter forty–six where Botticelli smells the air and he thinks, "Oh my, what a cornucopia of scents.

In this context, what does "cornucopia" mean?

Were there any events that weren't clear to you?