Question

What is the difference between verbal irony and situational irony?(1 point)%0D%0AResponses%0D%0A%0D%0AVerbal irony is when the expected outcome of an event or situation defies normal expectations, while situational irony is when a character refers back to previous memories in order to make sense of current situations.%0D%0AVerbal irony is when the expected outcome of an event or situation defies normal expectations, while situational irony is when a character refers back to previous memories in order to make sense of current situations.%0D%0A%0D%0AVerbal irony is when someone says the opposite of what they mean, while situational irony is when the expected outcome of an event defies normal expectations.%0D%0AVerbal irony is when someone says the opposite of what they mean, while situational irony is when the expected outcome of an event defies normal expectations.%0D%0A%0D%0AVerbal irony is when the audience knows something that contrasts with the character’s expectations, while situational irony is when the expected out

Answer 1

The correct choice is: "Verbal irony is when someone says the opposite of what they mean, while situational irony is when the expected outcome of an event defies normal expectations."

Examples:
- Verbal irony: Saying "Great!" when something bad happens (sarcasm).
- Situational irony: A fire station burns down — the outcome is the opposite of what's expected.