He's talking morals after abandoning his wife in a roadside diner.
He tells the anecdote of his mother because he thinks the boy is wrong for fleeing his mother. It's not ironic since Mr. Shiflet does it on purpose. Ironically, he is blaming himself for abandoning his mother, who was a divine gift. He recently left his wife at a diner. He should know better than to abandon people...
I believe this is the answer, "<span>Reading about the emotions of fictional characters helps students better relate to the feelings of others."</span>
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The answer to your question would be the last answer choice It forges a bond between the reader and the main character.
Answer: the second passege
Explanation:
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