All of which did not prevent her from scurrying to the door at the postman's knock, when she found that the post brought a tailor's bill.

Question

The author includes this sentence most likely to

A show that Mrs. White is diligent and sensible about her life

B reveal that Mrs. White has little trust in her postman's ability

C reveal that Mrs. White believes in the monkey's paw more than she lets on

D show that Mrs. White is nervous and apprehensive about the monkey's paw

Answer 1

The correct answer is C reveal that Mrs. White believes in the monkey's paw more than she lets on.

The sentence emphasizes her eagerness to check the post, suggesting that she might be anxiously awaiting something significant, possibly related to the monkey's paw, despite the fact that the post only brought a tailor's bill. This implies a deeper expectation or desire for something more, indicating her underlying belief in the power of the monkey's paw.