English, 22.01.2021 03:30, briannag0808

Read this passage from Walden by Henry David Thoreau. The greater part of what my neighbors call good I believe in my soul to be bad, and if I repent of anything, it is very likely to be my good behavior. What demon possessed me that I behaved so well?

Which option most effectively explains the meaning of the figure of speech used in this passage?

Thoreau feels out of place in the company of others.
Thoreau feels out of place in the company of others.

Thoreau regrets conforming to the expectations of others.
Thoreau regrets conforming to the expectations of others.

Thoreau enjoys ridiculing the opinions of others.
Thoreau enjoys ridiculing the opinions of others.

Thoreau is happiest in the company of others.

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