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प्रश्न
Discuss the following topic in groups.
Retell an episode in the story which is a good example of irony in a situation.
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उत्तर
Soapy was keen to be sent to prison for the three cold months. He made several attempts to get arrested. But none of his plans worked. Finally, when he decided to live a decent life honestly, he was arrested. Such an episode is ironical.
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