How does this example of irony help develop the character of Mr. Shiftlet?
It shows that despite his immoral actions toward Lucynell, he doesn't think he's part of the "slime."
It illustrates that he made the right decision when he left Lucynell and picked up the boy instead.
It reinforces the idea that he regrets his actions toward Lucynell and is seeking forgiveness.

Highlight all instances of parallel structure. there is no longer any room for hope. if we wish to be free—if we mean to preserve inviolate those inestimable privileges for which we have been so long contending—if we mean not basely to abandon the noble struggle in which we have been so long engaged, and which we have pledged ourselves never to abandon until the glorious object of our contest shall be obtained—we must fight!