Question

The passage indicates that Edward Crimsworth's behavior was mainly caused by his __________.

• A. Impatience with the narrator's high spirits.
• B. Scorn of the narrator's humble background.
• C. Indignation at the narrator's rash actions.
• D. Jealousy of the narrator's apparent superiority

Answer 1

The correct option is D Jealousy of the narrator's apparent superiority

Option D is the correct answer. The narrator appeared to be the ideal man, with all his proper manners, virtues, degrees and ambition, which made him superior in Edward's perception. Edward's dislike of the narrator might as well be stemmed from his jealousy. There is no reference of the narrator's high spirits, he doesn't appear to be impulsive or rash in any way, neither is there any indication of his background. Hence, options A, B and C are incorrect.