1.2.5 - Irony
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Practice Questions
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Define verbal irony in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think of sarcasm!
What is situational irony?
💡 Hint: Consider unexpected outcomes you’ve seen.
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What type of irony involves a speaker saying one thing but meaning another?
💡 Hint: Think about sarcasm.
True or False: Situational irony always involves humor.
💡 Hint: Consider serious examples.
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Analyze how irony was used differently in a tragedy versus a comedy. Choose examples to illustrate your points.
💡 Hint: Consider how tone shifts the perception of irony.
Discuss the impact of dramatic irony in a well-known story. How does it shape the audience's experience?
💡 Hint: Explore how irony connects you to the characters.
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