Question

What does Lady Sneerwell blame Joseph for?

• A. Helping Maria and Charles get together
• B. Ruining the plot to separate Maria and Charles.
• C. Spreading rumors about Sir Peter Teazle
• D. Stealing Maria's love letters

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Ruining the plot to separate Maria and Charles.

• Lady Sneerwell blames Joseph for ruining their scheme to keep Maria and Charles apart.

• Their plot relied on creating misunderstandings and spreading rumors, but Joseph's actions and failures caused the plan to unravel.

• Lady Sneerwell is frustrated that their efforts to manipulate the situation in their favor—ultimately for her to secure Charles for herself—have been thwarted.