Irony Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
How is irony significant in the play?
A
Irony in the play shows the difference between views of capitalist and socialist views Between Mr. Birling and inspector Goole.
2
Q
Mr Birling’s ignorance
A
“Unsinkable, unsinkable”
“And is say - either stop shouting or get out”
“German officers talking nonsense and a few scaremongers here making a fuss about nothing”
3
Q
Other examples of irony
A
situational irony towards the end of Act 2 when the audience realise that Eric is the one she is describing
