The author, John Steinbeck, states in paragraph 12 that this first family about whom he is writing is in
“the middle class of the squatters' camp," but
that “in a few months this family will slip down to
the lower class.” What information does the
author use to support his prediction? Explain
your reasoning with textual evidence.

Who said this in of pride & prejudice, and what type of irony does it show? “you mistake me, my dear. i have a high respect for your nerves. they are my old friends. i have heard you mention them with consideration these twenty years at least.” a.mrs. bennet: situational irony b.mr. bingley: dramatic irony c.elizabeth: proverbial irony d.mr. bennet: verbal irony