I would say that the line which implies the author thinks Helen's behavior is going to hurt Helen herself is Don't cut your fingers with the edge / Of your keen wit
Because her mind and behavior are going to hurt her, or rather make her hurt herself.
<span>He introduces a major conflict.
Hope this helps!</span>
i think the answer would be - The longing for connection
Exposition provides reader with information, sometimes it is nonessential info and can be revealed simply with exposition dialogue
