Answer:
There is going to be a gentleman caller - a dinner is where the date will take place.
Amanda is happy and begins to make preparations for the appointment/date
Step-by-step explanation:
Tom tells her that she does not need to make a fuss over all that she wants to do, but she is very excited. Amanda does get upset about the linen, the silver, new curtains, new floor lamp, and stressing due to she thinks she does not have time to get ready for the date