Question
Which statement is an example of situational irony in "The Piece of String"?
Question 3 options:
Master Malandain, who is a kind man, unintentionally causes another character great harm.
Though Hauchecorne is a rogue, what most harms his reputation is the innocent act of picking up string from the ground.
The mayor is a foolish person who accidentally makes an extremely wise decision.
Master Malandain and Master Hauchecorne never reconcile their differences about a halter.
Question 3 options:
Master Malandain, who is a kind man, unintentionally causes another character great harm.
Though Hauchecorne is a rogue, what most harms his reputation is the innocent act of picking up string from the ground.
The mayor is a foolish person who accidentally makes an extremely wise decision.
Master Malandain and Master Hauchecorne never reconcile their differences about a halter.
Answers
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The statement that is an example of situational irony in "The Piece of String" is:
**"Though Hauchecorne is a rogue, what most harms his reputation is the innocent act of picking up string from the ground."**
This reflects situational irony because it is unexpected that a seemingly innocent action would lead to significant harm to Hauchecorne’s reputation, particularly as he is already viewed negatively as a rogue.
**"Though Hauchecorne is a rogue, what most harms his reputation is the innocent act of picking up string from the ground."**
This reflects situational irony because it is unexpected that a seemingly innocent action would lead to significant harm to Hauchecorne’s reputation, particularly as he is already viewed negatively as a rogue.