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One example could be the red hunting hat, which advertises his uniqueness and also gives him a feel of protection. The reason of this isolation seems to be his pains and troubles. He never addresses his own emotions directly, nor does he attempt to discover the source of his troubles.
Answer: C) Getting what you want may not make you happy.
The excerpt occurs afer Mr. Shiftlet abandons his wife, Lucynell, in the diner. It is extremely ironic because, even though he abandoned a woman who is completely dependent on him, Mr. Shiftlet feels responsible towards hitchhikers.
It is also an episode that shows that getting what you want may not always make you happy. He has obtained the liberty and solitude he wanted by leaving his wife. However, as he gets in the car, he realized he prefers not to be alone, and feels even more depressed than before.
