C. This stage introduces the main characters, setting, and initial conflicts of the story.
The correct answers are:
"That she hath engrossed us is true, and defended the continent at our expense as well as her own is admitted, and she would have defended Turkey from the same motive, viz., the sake of trade and dominion."
AND
"We have boasted the protection of Great Britain, without considering, that her motive was interest not attachment"
Answer:
B- Doctor Rank's admission of love prolongs the suspense because now Nora cannot ask him for help.
