Question

Which statement is an example of situational irony in "The Piece of String"?


In Goderville, known as a town full of thieves, an honest man is arrested.


Malandain purposely accuses Hauchecorne of theft.

Hauchecorne, accused of theft, is disbelieved by others, even though he is telling the truth.


Hauchecorne spends his life looking for a string, but when he finds some, it causes problems.

Answer 1

The answer you're looking for is C. Hauchecorne, accused of theft, is disbelieved by others even though he is telling the truth.

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Answer 2

Answer:

The more passionately Hauchecorne repeats the truth, the more others believe him to be lying.

Explanation:

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