Based on the question given this is the answer:
He thinks she is worried but optimistic about her husband's
health.
In the central theme of the story, it is given a fact that
the belief of superstitions is something to be afraid of, although people have
taken a wise decision to trust on medicinal treatments.
An element used to understand diologue,
another element used is character names/identities, so you know who's talking.
An incorrect answer: Okay but, why? He said
A correct answer: "Okay, but why?" Thomas questioned.
Hyperbole - It is an exaggeration which is the definition of a hyperbole. <span />