Question
English Question on The Rattrap
Why was the crofter so talkative and friendly with the peddler?
Answer
Lacking a wife or children and yearning for companionship, he eagerly welcomed the peddler who arrived at his doorstep one day. The prospect of engaging in conversation and breaking free from the monotony of his solitary existence brought him great joy, explaining his talkative and friendly demeanor towards the visitor.