The Straw, a play by Eugene O'Neill, is set in a factory town in Connecticut around the year 1910. At the opening of the play, Bill Carmody is waiting for Doctor nor to finish examining

Using what you know from reading the play, . . .

Do you see why we can't help you?

Ms. Sue is right. We can't do this assignment for you. Know what dramatic irony is, then see what you can do:

http://www.britannica.com/art/dramatic-irony

Pretty sure you came here Reed to cheat soooooo

Decently sure Reed is one of the "teachers" here lol

The Straw, a play by Eugene O'Neill, unfolds in a factory town in Connecticut around 1910. In a twist of dramatic irony, Bill Carmody anxiously awaits the completion of Doctor nor's examination of his daughter Eileen, unaware that her fainting spell reveals a deeper secret that will ultimately upend their lives.

By emphasizing Bill Carmody's unawareness of the impending reveal, the revised introduction adds dramatic irony. It creates a sense of tension and anticipation for the audience who knows more about Eileen's condition and the potential consequences of her fainting spell than Bill does. This contrast between what the characters know and what the audience knows heightens the dramatic impact of the story.