The passage implies that Cousin is making excuses to avoid accompanying Everyman. His claim about having "the cramp in my toe" suggests he is not genuinely incapacitated, and his statement "I will deceive you in your most need" indicates a lack of commitment or trustworthiness. This implies he is using an excuse to avoid helping Everyman rather than being genuinely unable to assist.
Read the passage from Everyman.
COUSIN. No, by our Lady; I have the cramp in my toe.
Trust not to me, for, so God me speed,
I will deceive you in your most need,
Kindred.
What does this passage imply about Cousin?
He really wants to help Everyman, but he is too injured.
He does not believe he is honest enough to go with Everyman.
He is making excuses to avoid accompanying Everyman.
He is a very devout man and would help Everyman if he could.
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