Read the following statement: Oscar Wilde's play The Importance of Being Earnest is a harsh critique of Victorian society and encourages citizens to change their ways. Evaluate whether this statement is true or false. Use support from the lesson you’ve read, text from the play, and your own knowledge.

The following question asks about one or more selections from your literature textbook. you may use your textbook to answer this question. both “lob’s girl” and “jeremiah’s song” contain flashbacks. in a paragraph, explain what this plot technique adds to the stories. support your answer with one detail from each story.