Question

What is the difference between verbal irony and situational irony? (1 point)

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( ) Verbal 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.

( ) 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.

( ) Verbal irony is when the audience knows something that contrasts with the character’s expectations, while situational irony is when the expected outcome of an event defies normal expectations.

( ) Verbal irony is when a character says the opposite of what they mean, while situational irony is a contrast between what the audience knows and what the character expects.

Answer 1

(●) 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.