What does this passage most likely imply about the
people of the kingdom?
Read the passage from "The Lady, or the Tiger."
The institution was a very popular one. When the
people gathered together on one of the great trial
days, they never knew whether they were to witness a
bloody slaughter or a hilarious wedding. This element
of uncertainty lent an interest to the occasion which it
could not otherwise have attained. Thus, the masses
were entertained and pleased, and the thinking part of
the community could bring no charge of unfairness
against this plan, for did not the accused person have
the whole matter in his own hands?
O The people are thoughtful and well-educated.
The people often disagree with the verdict.
The people are willing participants in the trials.
The people admire their semi-barbaric king.