Part A In "Charles," how do Laurie’s parents feel about Charles's mother?

They are afraid of her because they think she must be just as bad a person as Charles.

They doubt whether she really exists.

They dislike her because they blame her for Charles’s behavior.

They are curious about her, and they wonder how she deals with Charles’s behavior.

Question 2 Part B

Which sentence best supports the answer in Part A?

"'If only she’s there,' I said prayerfully."

"At the meeting I sat restlessly, scanning each comfortable matronly face, trying to determine which one hid the secret of Charles."

"'We’re all so interested in Laurie,' she said."

"'Wait and see,' my husband said cynically. 'When you’ve got a Charles to deal with, this may mean he’s only plotting.'"