Author Anton Chekov uses verbal irony in Section 69

Last updated: 7/5/2022

Author Anton Chekov uses verbal irony in Section 69 of The Proposal when Chubukov says he does not "intend to give up" his land yet he is willing to give up his daughter for marriage. What comment on life or society is Chekhov making by this use of irony? A. Chekov comments on how important it is to have clear land ownership. B. Chekhov comments on how important it is to have good argument techniques. C. Chekhov comments on what is the appropriate way to propose marriage. D. Chekhov comments on what is most important - people or property.