Question

Use A Cup of Tea by Katherine Mansfield to answer the question. What is one likely reason the author uses the figurative language “she gazed at the little captive she had netted”? (1 point) Responses The language reveals the power that the rich had over the poor. The language reveals the power that the rich had over the poor. The language reveals that the poor were afraid of the rich. The language reveals that the poor were afraid of the rich. The language reveals that the rich were often fascinated with the poor. The language reveals that the rich were often fascinated with the poor. The language reveals that Rosemary has a sinister reason for inviting the woman over.

Answer 1

The best response to the use of the figurative language “she gazed at the little captive she had netted” is: **The language reveals that the rich were often fascinated with the poor.**

This interpretation aligns with the context of the story, where the wealthy character, Rosemary, displays a sense of ownership and curiosity towards the less affluent woman she has invited over. The phrase suggests a perceived dominance and fascination that can exist in such social interactions.