Questionnaire

What is verbal irony?

• • A. When a character speaks their inner thoughts aloud

• • B. When a speaker says something but means the opposite

• • C. When characters are unaware of a situation

• • D. When the audience is aware of something the characters are not

Which of the following is an example of verbal irony?

• A character delivering a soliloquy

• B character expressing their true feelings openly

• C Saying "What a lovely day" during a thunderstorm

• D A character delivering a monologue

How does verbal irony contribute to literary works?

• By revealing characters' inner conflicts

• By adding depth through contrast between speech and meaning

• By providing insight into a character's thoughts

• By presenting coincidental events

What is the primary difference between verbal irony and sarcasm?

• Verbal irony involves saying the opposite of what is meant, while sarcasm is unplanned

• Verbal irony is a form of monologue, while sarcasm is a form of soliloquy

• Verbal irony is specific to tragedy, while sarcasm is used in comedy

• Verbal irony involves mocking, while sarcasm is broader

In which literary genres is verbal irony commonly used?

• Mystery and horror

• Satire, comedy, and tragedy

• Romance and fantasy

• Science fiction and adventure

What is dramatic irony?

• When a character speaks their inner thoughts aloud

• When a speaker says something but means the opposite

• When the audience is aware of something that characters are not

• When characters are unaware of a situation

Which of the following is an example of dramatic irony?

• character delivering a soliloquy

• character expressing their true feelings openly

• The audience knowing Juliet is alive while Romeo believes she is dead

• A character delivering a monologue

How does dramatic irony create tension in a narrative?

• By revealing characters' inner thoughts

• By allowing characters to express their true feelings

• By building suspense as the audience anticipates consequence

• By showcasing unplanned and random events

What is the primary difference between dramatic irony and situational irony?

• Dramatic irony involves mocking, while situational irony involves contrast

• Dramatic irony is about character speeches, while situational irony is about plot twists

• Dramatic irony involves audience awareness, while situational irony involves unexpected events

• Dramatic irony is specific to comedy, while situational irony is specific to tragedy

Why is dramatic irony an effective storytelling device?

• It creates a musical quality in the narrative

• It engages the audience emotionally through shared knowledge

• It emphasizes specific words through repetition

• It adds depth through contrast between speech and meaning