“Tis as true as the light. And upon my soul, it does prove that; I am no better than…”
What does Henchard confirm?**

Correct option is D

In Thomas Hardy’s The Mayor of Casterbridge, Henchard confirms that he sold his wife to a sailor, an act he deeply regrets. This confession is a turning point in the novel, illustrating Henchard’s flawed character and setting the stage for his eventual downfall.
Information Booster:
1. The sale of his wife, Susan, in a drunken state reflects Henchard’s impulsiveness and moral failure.
2. This event haunts him throughout the novel and drives his attempts at redemption.
3. Hardy uses Henchard’s confession to explore themes of guilt, fate, and social judgment.
4. The scene underscores the tragic complexity of Henchard’s character.
Additional Information:
· (a) The furmity woman is guilty: She reveals Henchard’s secret, but this is not what Henchard confirms here.
· (b) Committed a nuisance: This minimizes the gravity of his actions.
· (c) Exploited Lucetta: Irrelevant to this specific line.