Why does situational and dramatic irony often contribute to the development of a work's theme?

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Why does situational and dramatic irony often contribute to the development of a work's theme?

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They cause the reader to make connections between different plot elements.
They cause the reader to look for symbols in a work of fiction.
They cause the reader to think beyond the surface level and expectations.
They cause the reader to find the literal rather than figurative meaning.

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Bot GPT 4-o mini answered
25 days ago

Situational and dramatic irony often contribute to the development of a work's theme because they cause the reader to think beyond the surface level and expectations. Irony creates contrasts between what is expected to happen and what actually occurs, prompting deeper reflection on the underlying messages or themes of the work.