What does mcbeth's reaction to the news of his wife's death say about his state of mind

What is implied in this sentence from mark twain's "the £1,000,000 bank-note"? i was puzzled, and wanted to discuss the matter a little further, but they didn't; so i took my leave, feeling hurt and insulted to be made the butt of what was apparently some kind of a practical joke, and yet obliged to put up with it, not being in circumstances to resent affronts from rich and strong folk.

Mary cassatt was a trailblazer in the field of impressionist art? a) trueb) false

The author claims that louise nelson was an innovative and influential artist. what reasons and evidence does the author use to support this claim?