Question

Dickens is known to use caricature in his stories to criticize social problems and the evils of society. Note the words he uses to describe the characters in the story. What tone does the author use in the passage when discussing the board of gentlemen?

Answer 1

PLATO Answer: Ironic

Explanation: The excerpt is ironic because the author uses a sarcastic tone to describe the board of gentlemen and their views.

Answer 2

The answer is B. ironic