Answer:
Part A: Holmes values talking with Dr. Watson about his cases.
Part B: “’Not at all. I am glad to have a friend with whom I can discuss my findings.’”
Expecting this inquiry is alluding to the early experiences between the pilgrims and the Wampanoags, depicted close to the start of the second book, the most essential part of the story is the experience with Samoset. Samoset approaches them "bouldly" and talks in "broken English," which they wonder about. He took in English from anglers who had beforehand gone to the area.
What is a healthy way to help a friend deal with grief?
Answer:
Introduce your friend to lots of new people.