How does Guy de Maupassant use irony in "The Piece of String"? A. The mayor, a foolish man, accidentally makes a wise decision. B. Malandain, a kind man, unintentionally harms another character. C. Malandain, a friendly man, fails to reconcile the grudge he holds against another. D. Hauchecorne, a sly man, breaks down when people doubt him.

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How does Guy de Maupassant use irony in "The Piece of String"?	    A. The mayor, a foolish man, accidentally makes a wise decision.    B. Malandain, a kind man, unintentionally harms another character.    C. Malandain, a friendly man, fails to reconcile the grudge he holds against another.    D. Hauchecorne, a sly man, breaks down when people doubt him.

anonymous · Answer

B). Or C.) Not 100% sure on that.