What is dramatic irony?

A) a situation in a novel, story, or play where the audience knows what is happening or what will happen while the characters do not

B) an instance in which a character in a work of fiction says something while meaning the complete opposite of what he or she stated

C) a situation in a work of fiction where the result of an action is contrary to what was expected

D) a situation in a work of fiction that brings out the conflict between human will and what is predestined

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12 June, 10:22

What is dramatic irony?

A) a situation in a novel, story, or play where the audience knows what is happening or what will happen while the characters do not

B) an instance in which a character in a work of fiction says something while meaning the complete opposite of what he or she stated

C) a situation in a work of fiction where the result of an action is contrary to what was expected

D) a situation in a work of fiction that brings out the conflict between human will and what is predestined

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Jasmine Nash · Answer 1

A. Dramatic irony is just irony plus drama. The audience will understand fully what is happening while the characters will pretend and not fully get what is going on

Brock Bell · Answer 2

Hey there!

What is dramatic irony?

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A) a situation in a novel, story, or play where the audience knows what is happening or what will happen while the characters do not