The correct answer is C: Because he thinks that Prosperous has sent Trinculo to punish him.
Further Explanation:
This particular scene happened in the play "The Tempest" Act 2, Scene 2. This scene starts with Caiban bringing a load of wood in that he was sent to get. He then hears thunder and is alarmed.
During this time, Prosperous is saying about Caliban such as;
When Trinculo arrives , Prosperous is scared he is punished for taking so long bringing in the wood and then lays on the ground and hides under his cloak.
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