Irony

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What is irony?

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

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What is dramatic irony?

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Dramatic irony occurs when the audience knows more about a situation than the characters do, creating tension or humor.

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What is situational irony?

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

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Can you give an example of dramatic irony?

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An example of dramatic irony is a scene in a movie where the audience knows the villain is hiding in the closet, but the protagonist does not.

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Can you give an example of situational irony?

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An example of situational irony is a fire station burning down.

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What is verbal irony?

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Verbal irony is when a speaker says one thing but means another, often used for sarcasm.

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How does irony enhance storytelling?

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Irony enhances storytelling by creating tension, humor, or a deeper understanding of characters and situations.

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What is the difference between situational irony and dramatic irony?

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Situational irony involves a discrepancy between expected and actual outcomes, while dramatic irony involves the audience knowing something that the characters do not.

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What effect does dramatic irony have on the audience?

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Dramatic irony can create suspense, anticipation, or humor, as the audience is aware of the impending outcome.

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What is an example of verbal irony?

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An example of verbal irony is saying 'Oh, great!' when something bad happens.