Question

What is the significance of dramatic irony in Act I, Scene IV of 'Twelfth Night'? (1 point)
Responses

It highlights the Duke's ignorance of Cesario's true nature
It highlights the Duke's ignorance of Cesario's true nature

It undermines the characters' ability to communicate effectively
It undermines the characters' ability to communicate effectively

It emphasizes the play's comedic elements
It emphasizes the play's comedic elements

It creates suspense as the audience awaits the revelation of Viola's true identity

Answer 1

The significance of dramatic irony in Act I, Scene IV of 'Twelfth Night' is that **it creates suspense as the audience awaits the revelation of Viola's true identity**. This situation allows the audience to be aware of Viola's true nature as Cesario while the other characters remain oblivious, thereby heightening engagement and anticipation for the moment when her identity will eventually be revealed.