Practice Dramatic Irony and Other Theatrical Devices - 4.3.2.3 | Module 4: Literature - A Study of Prescribed Texts | ICSE Grade 9 English
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4.3.2.3 - Dramatic Irony and Other Theatrical Devices

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define dramatic irony in your own words.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how this affects the tension in a story.

Question 2

Easy

What is an aside?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how this can reveal a character's thoughts.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is dramatic irony?

  • When characters know more than the audience
  • When audience knows more than characters
  • When foreshadowing is used

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think of examples in classic tragedies.

Question 2

True or False: Comic relief is used to escalate tension in a play.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Identify when humor appears in serious narratives.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Examine a scene from 'Hamlet' and analyze how Shakespeare employs dramatic irony to enhance character development and audience engagement.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Focus on contrasts between Hamlet's thoughts and the actions occurring around him.

Question 2

Identify a play that employs both symbolism and foreshadowing together. Discuss how these devices interrelate to deepen the narrative.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Explore how repetitive symbols relate to upcoming themes and events.

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