Question

Horace ends up in prison only to regret that a man should not trust anyone blindly without finding out the truth. Do you think his own foolishness was responsible for his arrest? Give a reasoned answer.
(A Question of Trust)

Hint:

When assigning blame in a story, focus on the character’s choices and overlooked warning signs.

Answer 1

Yes, Horace’s own foolishness led to his arrest. Despite being a careful planner, he blindly trusted the young woman who posed as the owner’s wife. Without verifying her identity, he helped her by opening the safe. His misplaced confidence and arrogance caused him to overlook the basic precaution of confirming facts. He underestimated others and believed only he could commit the perfect crime. His experience teaches the lesson that cleverness without caution is dangerous. Trust must be earned, not assumed.