in paragraph 42 of the possibility of evil they use the literary device irony what is the significance of the sentence

The sentence in paragraph 42 that uses irony is: "No doubt the vandals will have a evening rejoicing in the hangman’s merits, and singing Do I Drive ‘em Wild?" This sentence is significant because it highlights the irony of how the town, unaware of Miss Strangeworth's own malicious actions, criticizes and condemns her for spreading gossip and suspicion. The use of irony in this sentence emphasizes the hypocrisy and ignorance of the townspeople, as they unknowingly partake in the same behavior they condemn in others. It also adds to the overall theme of deception and hidden evil that pervades the story.