Irony Quiz

What is verbal irony?

• A type of irony that involves the use of sarcasm.

• A form of irony that is expressed through body language.

• A literary technique that involves the repetition of words or phrases.

• A figure of speech in which the intended meaning of a statement is different from the literal or usual meaning.

What is dramatic irony?

• A type of comedy where characters are constantly falling down

• A technique used in painting to create depth and perspective

• A form of poetry that uses exaggerated language

• A literary device where the audience knows more about a situation than the characters in the story.

What is situational irony?

• A technique used in painting to create texture

• A literary device where the outcome of a situation is different from what is expected or intended.

• A type of metal used in construction

• A form of humor that relies on wordplay

Which of the following is an example of verbal irony?

• This is perfect!

• I couldn't be happier!

• That's just what I needed!

• Oh, great!

Which of the following is an example of dramatic irony?

• A character in a play is about to open a door that they believe leads to danger, but the audience knows that there is safety on the other side.

• A character in a play is about to open a door that they believe leads to safety, and the audience also believes the same.

• A character in a play is about to open a door that they believe leads to safety, but the audience knows that there is danger on the other side.

• A character in a play is about to open a door that they believe leads to danger, and the audience also believes the same.

Which of the following is an example of situational irony?

• A fire station burning down

• A fire extinguisher causing a fire

• A fire truck running out of water

• A firefighter starting a fire

What is irony in literature?

• A direct representation of what is expected and what actually happens.

• A similarity between what is expected and what actually happens.

• A lack of contrast between what is expected and what actually happens.

• A contrast between what is expected and what actually happens.

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

• A character saying something and not meaning anything

• A character saying something and meaning the same

• A character saying something and meaning something else

• A character saying something but meaning the opposite

What is the purpose of irony in literature?

• To enhance the plot

• To confuse the reader

• To create a contrast between what is expected and what actually happens

• To provide comic relief

Which of the following is NOT a subtopic of irony?

• metaphor

• personification

• hyperbole

• simile