Which is true about how dramatic irony enhances dramatic texts?

Question

A. It allows flashbacks and foreshadowing to be connected
B. It allows characters and setting to be intertwined
C. It helps readers feel empathy or sympathy for the characters
D. It lets the author reveal hidden secrets of the protagonist

Answer 1

C. It helps readers feel empathy or sympathy for the characters

Dramatic irony occurs when the audience knows more about a situation than the characters do. This situation can heighten emotional engagement, as readers or viewers may feel compassion, frustration, or concern for the characters based on the discrepancy between their knowledge and the characters' understanding. This can deepen the emotional impact of the narrative.