It is b I’m not all the way sure
I would suggest to go to this link to cliff notes it will give you all of the info
https://www.cliffsnotes.com/literature/r/romeo-and-juliet/character-analysis/mercutio
The convict confesses to stealing a pie from the blacksmith
hope this answer helps !
Answer:
He uses humor to divert people s attention form the things the hate about his books
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