Question

Read the lines below to answer the question:

“In Soapy's opinion the Law was more benign than Philanthropy… If not in coin you must pay in humiliation of spirit for every benefit received at the hands of philanthropy.”

Which statement best describes the paradox in this passage?

(1 point)
Responses

Soapy believes jail is kinder than charity.
Soapy believes jail is kinder than charity.

Soapy finds charity humiliating, even though it is meant to help.
Soapy finds charity humiliating, even though it is meant to help.

Soapy wants comfort in winter, yet refuses to work for it.
Soapy wants comfort in winter, yet refuses to work for it.

Soapy plans for luxury, even though he has no money.
Soapy plans for luxury, even though he has no money.

Answer 1

Soapy finds charity humiliating, even though it is meant to help.

Explanation: The paradox is that philanthropy, intended as kindness, actually causes "humiliation of spirit," making the Law (jail) seem more benign.