Question

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why does the narrator list other expedients in solving the problem but then tell the reader to ignore such ideas?
a. because it allows the reader to think ill of the irish people who dont work to help themselves
b. because it forces the reader to actually consider other ways to solve irelands economic issues
c. because it exposes the narrators intelligence in thinking his idea is stronger than other ideas of the day
d. because it encourages the reader to accept the immoral idea that the narrator suggests

Explanation:

By listing other expedients and then dismissing them, the narrator highlights the superiority of his own idea, showing off his intelligence in comparison to contemporary ideas.

Answer:

C. Because it exposes the narrator's intelligence in thinking his idea is stronger than other ideas of the day