Irony, Euphemism, pronoun and antecedent, modals

Which of the following is an example of verbal irony?

• A fire station burns down.

• "Great job!" said the coach after a terrible play.

• The sun sets in the west.

• A baker sells bread.

What is a euphemism for "died"?

• Screamed

• Was promoted

• Passed away

• Left the room

What type of irony is present when the audience knows something the character doesn't?

• Verbal irony

• Situational irony

• Dramatic irony

• Ironic euphemism

Which of the following is a euphemism for getting fired?

• Let go

• Promoted

• Accepted

• Assigned

Which sentence shows situational irony?

• A librarian hates reading.

• A chef cooks dinner.

• A teacher gives homework.

• A pilot flies a plane.

Identify the euphemism in this sentence: "After years at the company, he was let go."

• After

• Years

• Let go

• Company

What is ironic about this sentence? "The dentist had a mouth full of cavities."

• Dentists love candy

• Dentists shouldn't have cavities

• Dentists don't eat

• It's common for everyone

Which is a euphemism for "poor"?

• Broke

• Financially challenged

• No money

• Empty pockets

Which modal expresses ability?

• Must

• Should

• Can

• Will

Choose the modal that shows obligation:

• Can

• Must

• May

• Would