Which best illustrates Sampson's high opinion of himself?

His haughty proclamation that he is "a tyrant"

His arrogant attitude toward the women of the house of Montague

His conceited declaration that he is "a pretty piece of flesh"

His announcement to Gregory that he takes the quarrel between families personally

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Scarlett Clark

12 June, 05:48

Which best illustrates Sampson's high opinion of himself?

His haughty proclamation that he is "a tyrant"

His arrogant attitude toward the women of the house of Montague

His conceited declaration that he is "a pretty piece of flesh"

His announcement to Gregory that he takes the quarrel between families personally

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Edwin Michael · Answer 1

C. His declaration that he is a 'pretty piece of flesh'. The phrase means that he thinks he is very attractive. Through the whole opening scene he is bragging to Gregory about how well he will do in battle and how the members of the house of Montague will react to him--especially the women. He thinks he would have a right to treat them with disrespect because he is so attractive, which further shows his high opinion of himself.