Irony

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What is irony?

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Irony is a literary device where the intended meaning is different from the actual meaning, often highlighting a contrast between expectations and reality.

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What is situational irony?

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Situational irony occurs when what happens is the opposite of what is expected.

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What is verbal irony?

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Verbal irony is when what is said is the opposite of what is meant.

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What is dramatic irony?

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Dramatic irony occurs when the audience knows something that the characters do not.

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Which of the following is NOT a type of irony? momentous, situational, dramatic, verbal

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Momentous is NOT a type of irony.

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Example of verbal irony: Mom looking at her son's messy room says, 'Wow, you could win an award for cleanliness!' What type of irony is this?

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This is an example of verbal irony.

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What is the purpose of irony in literature?

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Irony is used to create humor, emphasize a point, or provoke thought by contrasting expectations with reality.

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Can irony be used in everyday conversation?

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Yes, irony can be used in everyday conversation to express sarcasm or humor.

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What is an example of situational irony in a story?

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An example of situational irony is a fire station burning down.

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How does dramatic irony create tension in a story?

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Dramatic irony creates tension by allowing the audience to anticipate the consequences of a character's actions, knowing more than the character does.