Isn't it ironic?

Isn't it ironic?

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English

6th - 8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is irony?

Back

Irony is a literary device where the intended meaning is different from the actual meaning, often highlighting a contrast between expectations and reality.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the three main types of irony?

Back

The three main types of irony are verbal irony, situational irony, and dramatic irony.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define verbal irony.

Back

Verbal irony occurs when a speaker says one thing but means another, often used to convey sarcasm.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is situational irony?

Back

Situational irony occurs when there is a discrepancy between what is expected to happen and what actually happens.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Explain dramatic irony with an example.

Back

Dramatic irony is when the audience knows more about a situation than the characters do, such as in 'Toy Story' where the audience knows the toys are alive.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is sarcasm?

Back

Sarcasm is a form of verbal irony where someone says the opposite of what they really mean, often in a mocking or contemptuous tone.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does dramatic irony enhance storytelling?

Back

Dramatic irony enhances storytelling by creating tension and engagement, as the audience anticipates the characters' reactions to the unfolding events.

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