Question

Which word has a meaning similar to “snooping” as it is used in this excerpt?

Answer 1

Answer:

C: intruding

Explanation:

 The word intruding  has a similar meaning as snooping  used in the excerpt ("snooping around"). To intrude  means to interrupt someone or become involved in their private affairs in an annoying and unwanted way, specially with the result that you upset or offend them.  And this is the attitude of someone which Mrs Hale would hate to have coming in to her kitchen..