Types of Irony

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1. Which line shows verbal irony?

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The teenager says the opposite of what they mean, which is verbal irony.

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Types Of Irony - Quiz

Writers use different forms of irony to surprise, entertain, and challenge readers. In this types of irony quiz, you’ll examine the major categories of irony and how each one functions. You’ll compare situational, verbal, and dramatic irony, identify their defining traits, and practice classifying examples accurately. Each question strengthens you... see moreability to recognize which type of irony is at work and why authors choose one form over another.
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2. “A pilot who is afraid of heights” shows which literary figure of speech?

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Pilots are expected to be comfortable with heights, so this situation is ironic.

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3. Verbal irony always sounds serious.

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Verbal irony can sound humorous, sarcastic, or playful, not just serious.

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4. Which is an example of dramatic irony?

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Dramatic irony happens when the audience knows something important that the character does not.

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5. Which is NOT an example of irony?

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A hero saving the day is expected, so it is not ironic.

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6. All irony involves saying or showing the opposite of what is expected.

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Irony is based on contrast between expectation and reality.

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7. Why do authors use irony?

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Irony helps authors add depth, surprise, and meaning to their writing.

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8. “The traffic cop gets a parking ticket” is an example of which literary figure of speech?

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Traffic cops enforce parking rules, so getting a parking ticket is unexpected, making this situational irony.

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9. Dramatic irony means the audience knows something the character does not.

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Dramatic irony occurs when readers or viewers have information that a character does not.

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10. Irony often shows the difference between appearance and ________.

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Irony highlights the contrast between how things seem and how they truly are.

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11. Match each example with its type of irony:

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Verbal irony involves saying the opposite of what is meant. Situational irony occurs when the outcome is unexpected. Dramatic irony happens when the audience knows more than the character.

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12. Which type of irony depends on what the audience knows?

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Dramatic irony relies on the audience knowing something the character does not.

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13. “Oh, fantastic! Another rainy day.” is an example of which literary figure of speech?

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The speaker says the opposite of what they feel, which is verbal irony.

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14. How many main types of irony are there?

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There are three main types of irony: verbal irony, situational irony, and dramatic irony.

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15. Irony adds ________ and surprise to stories.

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Irony often makes stories more entertaining by adding humor and unexpected twists.

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Which line shows verbal irony?
“A pilot who is afraid of heights” shows which literary figure of...
Verbal irony always sounds serious.
Which is an example of dramatic irony?
Which is NOT an example of irony?
All irony involves saying or showing the opposite of what is expected.
Why do authors use irony?
“The traffic cop gets a parking ticket” is an example of which...
Dramatic irony means the audience knows something the character does...
Irony often shows the difference between appearance and ________.
Match each example with its type of irony:
Which type of irony depends on what the audience knows?
“Oh, fantastic! Another rainy day.” is an example of which...
How many main types of irony are there?
Irony adds ________ and surprise to stories.
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