Irony

Question 1

Irony:

Answer 1

is the contrast between what is expected to happen and what actually occurs.

Question 2

Situational irony:

Answer 2

occurs when the outcome of a given situation is different (or even the opposite) from what is expected

Question 3

verbal irony:

Answer 3

occurs when what is is said is the opposite of what is meant

Question 4

dramatic irony:

Answer 4

occurs when the audience (or reader)known more than the character(s)