Irony & Epic Poetry Review

What are 2 characteristics of epic poetry? Select both correct answers.

• They tell 1 long story

• They focus on villains

• They often lack any meaningful story

• They focus on heroes

What are 2 more characteristics of epic poetry? Select both correct answers!

• It includes simple language

• They use elevated language

• They focus on a realistic setting in modern times

• They include interactions with gods or supernatural forces

What is a general definition of irony?

• The lesson of the story

• The opposite of expected consequences

• The point the author is trying to make

• The feeling of the text

Which of the following is an example of irony in general?

• When it rains on a wedding day

• Odysseus falls for the Sirens’ song

• A pest control office is infested with roaches

• Romeo & Juliet meet in secret even though it is forbidden by their parents

Which of the following is the definition of dramatic irony?

• Irony which occurs when the audience knows something that the main characters do not.

• Irony which occurs when an expected outcome is subverted.

• Irony which occurs when the speaker’s words are incongruous with the speaker's intent.

• When a character's actions produce an unexpected twist or outcome.

Which of the following is the definition of situational irony?

• Irony which occurs when the audience knows something that the main characters do not.

• Irony which occurs when an expected outcome is subverted.

• Irony which occurs when the speaker’s words are incongruous with the speaker's intent.

• When a character's actions produce an unexpected twist or outcome.

Which of the following is the definition of an ironic plot twist?

• Irony which occurs when the audience knows something that the main characters do not.

• Irony which occurs when an expected outcome is subverted.

• Irony which occurs when the speaker’s words are incongruous with the speaker's intent.

• When a character's actions produce an unexpected outcome.

Which of the following is the definition of verbal irony?

• Irony which occurs when the audience knows something that the main characters do not.

• Irony which occurs when an expected outcome is subverted.

• Irony in which the speaker’s words contrast the speaker's intent.

• When a character's actions produce an unexpected twist or outcome based on the specific situation, usually the opposite of the character expectations.

Which element of mythology is when the hero is forced to face a new situation?

• A call to action

• Explains an element of the real world

• prophecy of doom

• Help from a god or goddess

• Guidance from the mystical

Which element of mythology is when a supernatural character offers advice?

• A call to action

• Explains an element of the real world

• prophecy of doom

• Help from a god or goddess

• Guidance from the mystical