Question

based on the storys outcome and this passage, why is the statement \i wouldnt give her up for nothing on earth\ ironic? mrs. crater means she wouldnt exchange lucynell for anything, but in reality she exchanges lucynell for a car. mrs. crater means she wouldnt give lucynell up for anything, but in reality she does give lucynell up for nothing. mrs. crater means she wouldnt let lucynell go with anyone who wasnt going to stay around the place.

Explanation:

Irony occurs when there is a contrast between what is said and what is done. Mrs. Crater claims she wouldn't give up Lucynell for anything, yet she makes a trade - in the story. The first option correctly points out that she exchanges Lucynell for a car despite her claim.

Answer:

A. Mrs. Crater means she wouldn't exchange Lucynell for anything, but in reality she exchanges Lucynell for a car.