Severus had n't seen many smiles like hers in his short life . His father was either working all day at the mill , or passed out through drink after ranting and raving at his Mum . He could n't even remember his Mum smiling .

Question: Why might Severus not remember his family smiling ?
Answer: His father passed out after drinking .His father worked all day at the mill .His father ranted and raved but did not smile .His alcoholic father was abusive to his mum .