Question

The paradox in the excerpt illustrates the idea that
danger could alleviate the monotony of war.
walking was often necessary after flying.
the soldiers could not see their enemies.
the heat was more difficult to overcome than the enemy.

Answer 1

danger could alleviate the monotony of war.

Explanation: that statement is paradoxical because danger (normally seen as negative) is described as relieving boredom, which is a seemingly contradictory idea revealing a deeper truth.