English 10 A Unit 6 Lesson 12 (Answers)

Question

1. In "The Moment Before the Gun Went Off," the most ironic thing about Van der Vyver's reaction to the death of the young black boy is
Answer - his emotional breakdown and tears after telling what happened.

2. Read the following sentence from "The Moment Before the Gun Went Off." Which of the following sentences BEST explains the irony implied by this sentence?
Answer - Van der Vyver is not a typical South African farmer; he feels remorse and takes responsibility for the accident.

3. At the end of "The Moment the Gun Went Off," the author reveals the surprising truth about the young black boy's parentage. What type of irony does this represent?
Answer - Situational

4. The young black CALLOUSLY shot through the negligence of the white man was not the farmer’s boy; he was his son.
Answer - unfeelingly

5. Mrs. Benoit is the events organizer for a non-profit organization.
Answer - Mrs. Benoit organizes events for a non-profit organization.

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

No Name is 100% correct!

Answer 4

1. Americans
2. tears
3. mix
4. heartlessly
5. true

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