Question

Why did the peddler defend himself against not having revealed his true identity?

Answer 1

The peddler said that it was not his fault as he had never pretended to be anything else but a poor trader. But he said that as no harm had been done, he could move on his way now. 

Answer 2

Answer:

Chapter = The Rattrap

Author = Selma Lagerlöf

Class = 12th

Book = Flamingo

The peddler defended himself against not telling his true identity by saying that he had no pretensions regarding His true identity. He was not at fault . All along he maintained that he was a poor trader . He had requested to be allowed to stay alone . He was willing to put on his rags again and go away.