3.3.4.2 - Analyzing Irony: The Art of the Unexpected
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Practice Questions
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Explain verbal irony in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about sarcasm.
Name an example of situational irony.
💡 Hint: What do you expect to happen in a place full of firemen?
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What is verbal irony?
💡 Hint: Think of sarcasm.
In which type of irony does the audience know about the situation but characters do not?
💡 Hint: Consider classic tragedies.
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Explain how a character's use of verbal irony can reveal their inner conflict while assessing the narrative structure.
💡 Hint: Look for quotes where characters deflect their feelings.
In a text showcasing cosmic irony, analyze the implications on character development and thematic relevance.
💡 Hint: Think about how fate challenges the characters' goals.
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