Irony Flashcards

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Irony:

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

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Situational irony:

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

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verbal irony:

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

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dramatic irony:

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

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