What is irony?
types of irony

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Irony is a literary device where the intended meaning is different from the actual meaning. It often involves a discrepancy 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 a contrast between the character's understanding and the actual situation.
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Example of dramatic irony in literature?
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In Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet', the audience knows Juliet is alive, but Romeo believes she is dead, leading to tragic consequences.
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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.
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Example of situational irony in real life?
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A fire station burns down. The expectation is that a fire station would be the last place to catch fire.
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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 the opposite of what they are saying.
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Example of verbal irony?
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Saying 'Oh, great!' when something bad happens is an example of verbal irony.
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