What is 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 or outcome.

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What is verbal irony?

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Verbal irony occurs when what is said is different from what is meant.

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What is dramatic irony?

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Dramatic irony is when the audience knows something that a character does not.

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What is situational irony?

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Situational irony occurs when what happens is the opposite of what is expected.

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Example of verbal irony: Mom looks at her son's messy room and says, 'Wow, you could win an award for cleanliness!' What type of irony is this?

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This is an example of verbal irony.

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In Toy Story, the audience knows the toys can talk, but the human characters do not. What type of irony is this?

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This is an example of dramatic irony.

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What is the key characteristic of situational irony?

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The key characteristic of situational irony is that the outcome is contrary to what was expected.

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Provide an example of situational irony.

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A fire station burns down.

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What is the difference between verbal irony and sarcasm?

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Verbal irony is when someone says the opposite of what they mean, while sarcasm is a form of verbal irony intended to mock or convey contempt.

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Why is it important to understand irony in literature?

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Understanding irony enhances comprehension of themes, character motivations, and the overall message of the work.