Irony and Ambiguity Flashcards

(5 cards)

1
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What is verbal irony?

A

Saying one thing and meaning another

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2
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What us situational irony?

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An occurrence that is surprising, opposite of what is expected

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3
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What is dramatic irony?

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Audience or reader knows what is in store for the character but the character does not

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4
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What is the definition of ambiguity?

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Offers us a choice of more then on meaning or interpretation

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5
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What is the definition of irony?

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Involves some type of contrast between expectation and reality

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