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

They doubt whether she really exists.

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

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

They are afraid of her because they think she must be just as bad a person as Charles.
Question 2
Part B

Which sentence best supports the answer in Part A?

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

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

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

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