Use the paragraph to answer the question. "We will have some capital hunting, you and I," said the general. "I shall be most glad to have your society." Why is this paragraph an example of sarcasm? (1 point) Responses The general treats Rainsford as though they are members of high society, but the general secretly disrespects Rainsford. The general treats Rainsford as though they are members of high society, but the general secretly disrespects Rainsford. The general implies that they are equally skilled in hunting, but the general thinks he is a better hunter than Rainsford. The general implies that they are equally skilled in hunting, but the general thinks he is a better hunter than Rainsford. The general makes it sound like he and Rainsford will be hunting together, but really the general is going to hunt Rainsford. The general makes it sound like he and Rainsford will be hunting together, but really the general is going to hunt Rainsford. The general sounds like he is happy to go hunting with Rainsford, but he is actually angry that Rainsford is on the island.

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The correct response is: "The general makes it sound like he and Rainsford will be hunting together, but really the general is going to hunt Rainsford." This highlights the sarcasm in the general's statement, as it implies a camaraderie in the hunting experience while concealing the truth that Rainsford is the one being hunted.