A Story of Vengeance by Alice Ruth Moore

Question

What does the following quote imply about the narrator?
"money is a strong weapon, and its long arm reaches over miles and miles of land and water." (Paragraph 16)
• A. She always knew that Bernard was a fraud.
• B. She used money to cause Bernard's misfortune.
• C. She fears Bernard may use his money against her.
• D. She was jealous of Bernard's money and influence.

Answer 1

The quote "money is a strong weapon, and its long arm reaches over miles and miles of land and water" implies that the narrator is aware of the power and influence that money can have. Given the options, the most fitting interpretation is:

C. She fears Bernard may use his money against her.

This choice suggests that the narrator recognizes the potential threat posed by Bernard's financial resources, indicating a sense of vulnerability in the face of his wealth and influence.