Identifying Irony 1

Read the following examples of irony. Determine which of the three types of irony are being used and explain your answer.

Dramatic Irony- this occurs when the reader or audience understands more about the events of a story than a character.
Situational Irony- this occurs when what actually happens is the opposite of what is expected or appropriate.
Verbal Irony- A character says one thing but really means the opposite.

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