Answer:
It shows the great effort she made to give Cedric a good life despite being poor.
Explanation:
Barbara bought Cedric the TV for a very high price and had to pay it over three years. They might not always have heat in their apartment, but despite being so poor, Barbara has made a great effort to ensure Cedric has his own room and a TV that connects him to the world. That TV even becomes Cedric´s escape from the hardships of poverty.
