Irony

What is situational irony?

• When an event turns out to be opposite of what readers had expected.

• When a character says something but means the opposite.

• When the audience knows something the characters do not.

• When a story has a happy ending.

Which of the following is an example of situational irony?

• A fire station burning down.

• A chef cooking dinner.

• A teacher grading papers.

• A doctor treating a patient.

Why is a police station being robbed considered situational irony?

• Because it is an expected event.

• Because it is the opposite of what is expected to happen.

• Because it is a common occurrence.

• Because it involves law enforcement.

What is verbal irony?

• When a character says one thing but means the opposite.

• When a character says exactly what they mean.

• When a character uses a metaphor.

• When a character describes a setting.

Which of the following is an example of verbal irony?

• Someone spills coffee and says, "Great, my day couldn’t be off to a better start."

• Someone spills coffee and says, "I need to clean this up."

• Someone spills coffee and says, "I love coffee."

• Someone spills coffee and says, "This is hot."

Verbal irony is most often referred to as what?

• Sarcasm

• Metaphor

• Hyperbole

• Simile

Why might an author use verbal irony in a story?

• To create humor or emphasize a point by saying the opposite of what is meant.

• To describe the setting in detail.

• To introduce a new character.

• To explain the plot directly.

What is dramatic irony?

• When the reader knows something important that one or more characters don't know.

• When all characters know everything the audience knows.

• When the author reveals everything to the characters first.

• When the audience is unaware of any secrets in the story.

Which of the following is an example of dramatic irony?

• The audience knows Juliet is only asleep, but Romeo thinks she is dead.

• Romeo and Juliet both know each other's plans.

• The audience is surprised by Juliet's death.

• Romeo tells everyone about his plan.

Why does dramatic irony create tension in a story?

• Because the audience knows a secret that the characters do not.

• Because all characters share the same knowledge as the audience.

• Because the story is told in reverse order.

• Because the audience is confused about the plot.