Irony Review

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What is situational irony?

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Situational irony occurs when an event turns out in a way that is opposite to what one would logically expect.

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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.

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What is dramatic irony?

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

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Is it irony when it rains on a couple's wedding day?

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No, it is not irony, just unfortunate.

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What is an example of situational irony?

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A tough kid who is feared on the playground snuggles with a fluffy pink bear at night.

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What is the difference between situational irony and dramatic irony?

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Situational irony involves unexpected outcomes, while dramatic irony involves audience knowledge that characters lack.

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Can a situation be ironic if it is just unfortunate?

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No, irony involves an unexpected twist, while unfortunate events do not.

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What is an example of dramatic irony?

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In a horror movie, the audience knows the killer is in the house, but the character does not.

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What is the main characteristic of irony?

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Irony involves a contrast between expectations and reality.

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What is an example of verbal irony?

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Saying 'Great weather we're having!' during a storm.