1. "With the gallantry of a young politician" (p. 1075).
2. My guess: The word "gallantry" could possibly mean something along the lines of loud and purposeful. It seems as if the County Attorney is trying to mock the women and his words would seem as if he was speaking with a stubborn tone.
3. Definition: Dashing courage; heroic bravery; noble-minded behavior. (Dictionary.com)
4. Explanation: The Country Attorney seems to want to remind the women of their place, it would seem courageous of him to speak in this way in front of the women which makes his statement even more bold. Even though what he says is wrong on many levels in terms of femininity, the author wants to illustrate to readers that he is trying to be arrogant.
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