Question

What does Joseph suspect about Snake?

• A. Snake is planning to leave without Joseph's permission
• B. Snake has stolen something valuable from Joseph's house
• C. Snake is in conversation with Rowley and may reveal their secret plot
• D. Snake is plotting to steal Maria's affection away from Joseph

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Snake is in conversation with Rowley and may reveal their secret plot

• Joseph Surface suspects Snake because he learns that Snake has been in conversation with Rowley, Sir Oliver’s former steward.

• Snake is a key accomplice in the plot between Joseph and Lady Sneerwell to spread rumors about Charles and Lady Teazle.

• Joseph worries that Snake might betray their secret plan by revealing it to Rowley or others.

• This suspicion highlights Joseph's lack of trust, even towards his collaborators, which aligns with his duplicitous and self-serving nature.

• The fear that Snake might expose their schemes adds tension to the storyline, as the success of their plot depends on secrecy.