IRONY PRACTICE

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English
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8th - 9th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is situational irony?
Back
Situational irony occurs when an event turns out in a way that is opposite to what one would logically expect.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of situational irony.
Back
The son of the police chief is arrested for attempted burglary.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
In 'The Gift of the Magi', what type of irony is demonstrated?
Back
Situational irony is demonstrated when both characters sacrifice their most prized possessions for each other, resulting in gifts that are useless.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is dramatic irony?
Back
Dramatic irony occurs when the audience knows more about a situation than the characters do.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Provide an example of dramatic irony.
Back
In 'Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs', the audience knows the old woman is the wicked queen, but Snow White does not.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is verbal irony?
Back
Verbal irony is when someone says something but means the opposite, often for humorous or emphatic effect.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Can you give an example of verbal irony?
Back
Saying 'Oh, great!' when something bad happens is an example of verbal irony.
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