Irony Quiz 1
A detailed exam of the uses of Irony.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
An old man won 100 million dollars in the lottery and then died the following day.
- A.
Situational irony
- B.
Dramatic irony
- C.
Verbal irony
Correct Answer
A. Situational ironyExplanation
The situation described in the question is an example of situational irony. Situational irony occurs when there is a contrast between what is expected to happen and what actually happens. In this case, the old man's sudden fortune in winning the lottery is typically seen as a positive event, but it is followed by his unexpected death, creating a surprising and ironic twist.Rate this question:
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- 2.
"He waited his whole darn life to take that flight, and as the plane crashed down he said, "Now isn't this nice?" - from the song "Ironic" by Alannis Morisette
- A.
Verbal irony
- B.
Verbal and situational irony
- C.
Verbal and dramatic irony
- D.
Situational and dramatic irony
Correct Answer
B. Verbal and situational ironyExplanation
The given answer, "Verbal and situational irony," is correct because the line from the song demonstrates both types of irony. Verbal irony is present because the speaker says "Now isn't this nice?" when the situation is actually tragic and ironic. Situational irony is evident because the speaker waited their whole life for something that ended in a disastrous event, which is the opposite of what they had hoped for.Rate this question:
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- 3.
If you call someone who has failed a math test "Einstein" you are using a form of what type of irony?
- A.
Verbal irony
- B.
Situational irony
- C.
Dramatic irony
Correct Answer
A. Verbal ironyExplanation
Calling someone who has failed a math test "Einstein" is an example of verbal irony. Verbal irony is when someone says something that is the opposite of what they actually mean. In this case, calling someone who failed a math test "Einstein" is ironic because Einstein was a famous physicist known for his intelligence and mathematical abilities, while the person being called "Einstein" has just demonstrated a lack of mathematical skills.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which of the following is NOT an example of verbal irony?
- A.
A left handed person is called "Lefty"
- B.
A tall person is called "Shorty
- C.
An arrogant criminal gets caught.
- D.
A best selling writer's latest novel is a flop.
Correct Answer
A. A left handed person is called "Lefty"Explanation
Verbal irony is a figure of speech in which the intended meaning of a statement is different from the literal or surface meaning. In the given options, "A left-handed person is called 'Lefty'" is not an example of verbal irony because the term "Lefty" accurately describes a left-handed person. Verbal irony would involve using a term that contradicts the actual characteristics or qualities of the person or situation being described. The other options all involve situations where the names or outcomes are ironic based on the actual qualities or expectations.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Romeo arrives at the Capulet family tomb to find his love, Juliet supposedly dead. However, we the audience know that Juliet is not really dead, she merely took a potion to make it look like she was dead for her own motives. When the audience of a story knows more than the characters involved, what type of irony is employed?
- A.
Situational irony
- B.
Dramatic irony
- C.
Verbal irony
Correct Answer
B. Dramatic ironyExplanation
Dramatic irony is employed when the audience knows more about a situation or the true meaning of events than the characters in the story. In this case, the audience is aware that Juliet is not actually dead, while Romeo believes she is. This creates a sense of tension and anticipation as the audience waits to see how Romeo will react to what he believes is Juliet's death. The contrast between what the characters believe and what the audience knows creates dramatic irony in the scene.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What type of irony is present:Janice begins to receive threatening notes in the mail and on her car. Then, a car tries to run her over in a dark parking lot. She can’t see who the driver is. She goes to her best friend Doug for help. However, her attacker keeps trying to kill her. Finally, Doug has her come stay with him at his cabin so she will be safe. Then, he reveals that HE is the attacker!!
- A.
Verbal irony
- B.
Dramatic irony
- C.
Situational irony
- D.
No irony
Correct Answer
C. Situational ironyExplanation
The situation described in the passage is an example of situational irony because it involves a situation where the outcome is unexpected or contrary to what is anticipated. Janice seeks help from her best friend Doug to protect her from her attacker, only to find out that Doug is actually the attacker. This unexpected twist in the plot creates a sense of irony because the reader or audience is led to believe that Doug is a trustworthy friend, when in reality he is the one causing harm.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The character of Paul's father was depicted as an example of Situational Irony.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The character of Paul's father being depicted as an example of Situational Irony is true. Situational irony occurs when there is a contrast between what is expected to happen and what actually happens. In this case, the character of Paul's father may have been portrayed in a way that goes against the typical expectations or stereotypes associated with a father figure, creating a sense of irony.Rate this question:
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- 8.
When Paul looks down on his teacher for showing up at the theater, what type of Irony is shown?
- A.
Situational, because we know that Paul is in no position to judge his teacher, but he remains unaware of this.
- B.
Verbal, because he says that she has every right to be there, but he thinks the opposite.
- C.
Dramatic, because he feels her not good enough to be there, but we know that he is in the same position.
- D.
Non-ironic
Correct Answer
C. Dramatic, because he feels her not good enough to be there, but we know that he is in the same position.Explanation
The correct answer is Dramatic irony. This is because Paul looks down on his teacher for showing up at the theater, thinking she is not good enough to be there. However, the irony lies in the fact that we, the readers or audience, know that Paul is in the same position as his teacher.Rate this question:
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- 9.
In the children's story "Little Red Riding Hood" we know that the wolf has eaten the grandmother, but Little Red Riding Hood does not know that. This is an example of:
- A.
Situational irony
- B.
Verbal irony
- C.
Dramatic irony
Correct Answer
C. Dramatic ironyExplanation
Dramatic irony is when the audience or reader knows something that the character does not. In the story "Little Red Riding Hood," the audience knows that the wolf has eaten the grandmother, but Little Red Riding Hood is unaware of this fact. This creates tension and suspense as the audience waits to see how Little Red Riding Hood will react when she discovers the truth.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Which statement below demonstrates verbal irony?
- A.
A basketball fan remarks, "Watching Michael Jordan play ball knocks my socks off!"
- B.
A soccer fan remarks, "That goalie is in way over his head."
- C.
A football fan remarks, "That receiver's face was as white as a ghost, as the ball whizzed past his hands."
- D.
A baseball fan remarks, "I just love lots of homework on opening night of the World Series!"
Correct Answer
D. A baseball fan remarks, "I just love lots of homework on opening night of the World Series!"Explanation
The statement "I just love lots of homework on opening night of the World Series!" demonstrates verbal irony because the speaker is expressing the opposite of what they actually mean. They are using sarcasm to convey that they do not enjoy having homework on such an important and exciting event in baseball.Rate this question:
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