In Almeida Garrett's drama Frei Luís de Sousa, which character represents the loyal old servant bound to the memory of D. João de Portugal?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Telmo Pais
- Step 1: Identify the household retainer torn between love for young Maria and devotion to his lost master. Step 2. Telmo Pais preserves the Sebastinist hope of D. João's return, driving the psychological tension of the drama. Answer: Telmo Pais. Why not the others: Frei Jorge is Manuel's brother; Manuel de Sousa Coutinho is the husband; Prior de Benfica presides over the monastic vows.
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