Question

Part A: How does Higgins’s attitude toward the young woman change in the excerpt?

Select one:

A. Initially he is upset at the young woman for taking advantage of Mrs. Pearce, but then he becomes curious about the young woman’s request.

B. Initially he is determined not to meet with the young woman, but he gives in when he realizes that she can pay him for his services.

C. At first he is excited about the encounter, but when he realizes who the young woman is, he is extremely disappointed and behaves badly.

D. At first he is intrigued, but when Mrs. Pearce describes the young woman in more detail, he loses interest and tries to get the young woman to leave.

Answer 1

A. Initially he is upset at the young woman for taking advantage of Mrs. Pearce, but then he becomes curious about the young woman's request.

Step-by-step explanation:

Higgin's mother has warned Eliza about how she will be treated when she becomes a lady. The transformation of Eliza from a girl to a lady is a success. Higgins is focused and curious for the transformation success of Eliza. Higgin is upset when Eliza is found taking advantage of Mrs. Pearce but once Higgin mother clarifies her point then Higgin becomes excited and his complete focus is on accomplishing Eliza's transformation.