Because the father helped Maria to pay for her mothers medical expenses. Even though Maria's mother passed away, he still supported her during her mourning. He also paid for Maria's mother's funeral expenses and offering Maria work.
Answer:
The character of Lady Bracknell was seen in a way that she represents British aristocracy. Wilde expresses her snobbishness and hypocrisy when Jack refuses Cecily and Algy to marry if Bracknell doesn't let him marry Gwendolen. Lady Bracknell refuses, showing her standing by and embracing the principles of British aristocracy.
A. Modeling
or being a good role model
