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Why are the protagonist and antagonist always at odds with each other?
Why are the protagonist and antagonist always at odds with each other?
Why did the author connect the setting and the plot in this fashion?
Why did the author connect the setting and the plot in this fashion?
Why does the character refuse to speak in dialogue to other characters in the story?
Why does the character refuse to speak in dialogue to other characters in the story?
Why did the author arrange the plot to defy the character’s expectations?
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The most beneficial question for a reader to ask themselves when analyzing irony in a work of literature is:
Why did the author arrange the plot to defy the character’s expectations?
This question directly addresses the concept of irony, particularly situational irony, where the outcome is significantly different from what was expected. Analyzing how the author creates moments that defy expectations helps the reader understand the deeper meanings and themes in the work.
