Question

Which word BEST describes the style of these lines from a novel?

Answer 1

Blodgett College is on the edge of Minneapolis. It is a bulwark of sound religion. It is still combating the recent heresies of Voltaire, Darwin, and Robert Ingersoll. Pious families in Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, the Dakotas send their children thither, and Blodgett protects them from the wickedness of the universities. But it secretes friendly girls, young men who sing, and one lady instructress who really likes Milton and Carlyle.
(from Main Street by Sinclair Lewis)

Answer 2

ironic



grim



analytical



solemn

Answer 3

B?

Answer 4

That would be my best guess as well. :)

Answer 5

I would say ironic...

Answer 6

@kittiwitti1

Please do not give direct answers as it is against the code of conduct. :)

Thank you very much. :)

Answer 7

@Conqueror
I was typing up an explanation but my internet cut me off.

Answer 8

and it also says I am typing when I am not.

Answer 9

@CaseyCarns
Blodgett College is on the edge of Minneapolis. It is a bulwark of sound religion. It is still combating the recent heresies of Voltaire, Darwin, and Robert Ingersoll. Pious families in Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, the Dakotas send their children thither, and Blodgett protects them from the wickedness of the universities. < But it secretes friendly girls, young men who sing, and one lady instructress who really likes Milton and Carlyle. >

The "but" seems to signify irony, as if the institute has created a result opposite to its goals.