Yes I think they are more intelligent than we think and it would most likely happen if they are caged cause most animals are mostly peaceful they only attack if they feel threatened even poisonous snakes they try not to be in your way but if u see them they do strike but they never do intentionally even sharks don’t attack right away I think that when animals are held in captivity they become more violent cause there not supposed so be in small little cages. in conclusion yes, yes they can strategically attack us if they have to
Although the rest of the question is not included, we can still describe what this quote means in the novel. This quote comes from the book <em>The Pearl</em> by John Steinbeck.
In this quote, Kino is describing his wife Juana. Kino has always been obsessed with manhood, and what it means to be a man. Similarly, he wants his wife to be a typical woman. Juana is indeed patient, fragile and submissive. She obeys her husband and fulfills ideals of traditional womanhood. However, she is also very strong. She is resilient, practical and brave. This semi-contradiction shocks Kino, but also allows him to rely on her for support throughout their troubles.