Irony Practice

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What is Situational Irony?

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Situational Irony occurs when there is a discrepancy between what is expected to happen and what actually happens. For example, a painter learns he is color blind.

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What is Dramatic Irony?

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Dramatic Irony is when the audience knows something that the characters do not. For example, Jimmy's mom knows he is late because of detention, while he tells her a different story.

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What is Verbal Irony?

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Verbal Irony is when someone says one thing but means another, often the opposite. For example, saying 'She's as friendly as a rattlesnake' when referring to someone unfriendly.

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Example of Situational Irony: A ski area closes because of heavy snowfall. What type of irony is this?

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Situational Irony.

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Example of Dramatic Irony: The captain of a cruise ship gets seasick. What type of irony is this?

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Situational Irony.

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Example of Verbal Irony: 'You'll love hanging out with my sister. She's as friendly as a rattlesnake.' What type of irony is this?

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Verbal Irony.

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How does Situational Irony differ from Dramatic Irony?

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Situational Irony involves unexpected outcomes, while Dramatic Irony involves a gap in knowledge between characters and the audience.

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Can you give an example of Situational Irony in everyday life?

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A fire station burns down.

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What is the effect of using Irony in literature?

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Irony can create humor, emphasize a point, or enhance the emotional impact of a story.

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Why is it important to recognize Irony in texts?

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Recognizing Irony helps readers understand deeper meanings and the author's intent.