Who is that? Maybe I know if I hear what he has done :D
Rule of thumb is a guide or refs principle of some sort. For example, "as a rule of thumb, I do not begin big projects until the weekend." I hope this helps.
Answer:
As part of the rising action, it creates humor and surprise because of the confused identities.
Explanation:
In the play "Importance of being earnest" by Oscar Wilde,the assumed identities by both men created an identity crises for the woman who could not be able to confirm the man that is actually the real Earnest Worthing. This identity crises ended up creating a sense of humor in the whole story.