The author uses the conversation between Mr. White, Mrs. White, and Herbert in paragraphs 68 and 70 to foreshadow that- A. Mr. and Mrs. White will have their wish granted.
B. Herbert will get a raise at work equal to the wish granted.
C. The wish will be granted in an unexpected manner
D. Two hundred pounds will fall on Mr White's head.
Paragraph 68 through 70 -
"I suppose all those old soldiers are the same", said Mrs White. "The idea of our listening to such nonsense! How could wishes be granted in these days? And if they could, how could you hundred pounds hurt you, father?" "My drop on his head from the sky, said Herbert. "Morris said the things happened so naturally, said his father, that you might if you so wish to attribute it to coincidence."