Question

Gordimer writes that the audacious intruders were not afraid of being caught by

the homeowners. The word audacious means to be "bold" or "rebellious."
What does this say about the effectiveness of the security measures people
placed in their homes?

Answer 1

Since the intruders were not afraid to be caught by the homeowners, it means that the security measures that people placed was very poor, as the intruders are "bold" and "rebellious" enough to give themselves this form of ego.