The postmasters play an important role in the development of the play. He is also a corrupt member of the society who does not take his job seriously. His conduct and utterances add to the humour in the play. He plays a major role in the resolution of the conflict in the play through his knowledge of the content of Hlestokor's letter to his friend.
Many candidates shunned this question and the few that answer it were unable to respond as required.