What does the term “vague optimism” mean as it is used in the passage to kill a mockingbird and how does this phrase influence the mood of the passage?

Why did gulliver ask glumdalclitch not to take him to the maids of honor anymore? a. he found their conversation boring. c. they disgusted him and injured his pride. b. he was allergic to their perfumes and became quite ill. d. he didn't like being around so many women. he really wanted to join in the company of men.