The Unexpected Concert

What was the unexpected event that occurred when Taylor Swift first appeared on stage?

• Her microphone was accidentally turned off

• The lights went out

• The stage collapsed

• The music started playing the wrong song

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What did the audience think when the backup dancers forgot their moves?

• They thought it was a humorous twist to the performance

• They were disappointed

• They didn't notice

• They thought the dancers were injured

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What unexpected weather event occurred during the concert?

• A sudden downpour

• A thunderstorm

• A hailstorm

• A strong wind

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How did the audience feel at the end of the concert despite the mishaps?

• More connected to their idol

• Disappointed

• Indifferent

• Annoyed

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What was the irony about the weather forecast for the concert night?

• It predicted clear skies but it rained

• It predicted rain but it was clear

• It predicted a storm but it was calm

• It predicted snow but it was warm

Match the terms with the descriptors.

Groups:

(a) situational irony

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(b) verbal irony

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(c) dramatic irony

• What a surprise, my favorite show is canceled again.
• the protagonist believes they are safe while the villain is plotting against them
• a police station gets robbed
• I can't wait to do my taxes!
• a marriage counselor files for divorce
• a character is unaware that they are being watched by someone they betrayed
• the audience knows a character is lying while the other characters believe them
• I just love waiting in long lines at the DMV.
• a character is about to propose but their partner is planning to break up with them
• Oh great, another rainy day! Just what I needed.
• I'm so excited to clean the house on my day off!
• a dentist with cavities
• a character plans a surprise party for someone who is already aware of it
• a fire station burns down
• a pilot with a fear of heights
• This is the best day ever!

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