Identifying and Using Sarcasm

I work 40 hours a week for me to be this poor.

• Euphemism

• Sarcasm

language that is chosen to mock, make fun, or be ironic 

• sarcasm

• testimonial

• bandwagon

• none of the above

A type of verbal irony that intends to mock or zing:

• repetition.

• sarcasm.

• ironic twist.

• dramatic effect.

Yeah, because THAT’s never happened.

• juxtaposition

• sarcasm

• exaggeration

The trip to the beach was great! One flat tire, petrol shortage and water everywhere but not a drop to drink!

• SARCASM

• IRONY

• PUN

Which of the following sentences is an example of sarcasm?

• I love getting stuck in traffic for hours.

• The sun rises in the east.

• Water is wet.

• Birds can fly.

What is sarcasm primarily used for in language?

• To express genuine feelings

• To mock or convey contempt

• To provide factual information

• To describe a scene

Identify the sarcastic statement:

• Oh great, another rainy day! Just what I needed.

• I enjoy doing my taxes.

• The sky is blue.

• Grass is green.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of sarcasm?

• Literal meaning

• Irony

• Mockery

• Wit

In the sentence, 'Oh, fantastic! Another homework assignment!', what is the speaker likely expressing?

• Genuine excitement

• Sarcasm

• Confusion

• Fear