Answer:Les Goodman says, “As God is my witness…you’re letting something begin here that’s a nightmare!” Les, because he’s the victim of suspicion and scapegoating, recognizes the destructive path that the people are on. There is no evidence to indict either man, yet the neighbors are ready to lay blame on the shoulders of any person who is unusual.
Explanation: This illustrates the theme that when inexplicable or emotional situations arise, civility can be destroyed.
