I'm going to give you a text then answer the questions
(It is a humorous short story, a beloved King die suddenly, and his 6-year-old son is forced to take the throne.)
Text:
From Long live King Chaz
However, from even the darkest night arises the brightest sun. King chatterix son, his Royal Highness King chatterick v, has inherited the throne. Stronger than a team of oxen and more brilliant than the brightest diamond, he is truly an awe inspiring King
Some critics have opposed the rules of succession that have a Latin jazz, as the monarch prefers to be called, to assume the throne at the age of six. But these small-minded complainers fail to see the deaths of the Kings wisdom. Some say he has been ignoring the nation's welfare to promote his own agenda. That is not true. For instance, his first official decree made it illegal for anyone to go to sleep before midnight. This was not merely a trick to avoid his own 8:00 bedtime. On the contrary, he was showing a great deal of selflessness. He sacrificed his own rest so that the Nations engineers, inventors, and musicians could continue their work late into the night without disturbing their sleeping children. Likewise, his second degree outlawed the production and sale of green vegetables. This was not because he himself believes them to be icky. Rather it is forward-thinking attempt to inspire the country's Farmers to create better tasting crops. Such efforts are sure to boost trade. What a visionary!
Yet, some disloyal groups have suggested The king might not be the best man for the job. Just because the King has never set foot outside the palace doesn't mean he's out of touch with the people. And just because he doesn't read that well yet doesn't mean he shouldn't be riding laws. Luckily for our skilled leader, our country is governed by Divine rights. King Chaz was chosen to rule. We would remind any of his enemies to remember it is our duty to serve our team
Questions:
*I will provide textual evidence, a question, and then you will provide an answer*
1.
- TE (textual evidence): however, from even the darkest nights arises the brightest sun. King chatterick's son, his Royal Highness King chattrick v, has inherited the throne. Stronger than a team of oxen and the more brilliant than the brightest diamond, he is truly an awe inspiring King
-question: based on this description, what do the readers expect the new king to be like?
-answer: ???
2.
-te: some critics have opposed the rules of succession that have allowed King charles, as the monarch prefers to be called, to assume the throne at the age of six.
-question: how does this description of King Chaz introduce situational irony
-answer: ???
3.
-te: some say he has been ignoring the nation's welfare to promote his own agenda. That is not true. For instance, his first official decree made it illegal for anyone to go to sleep before midnight period this was not merely a trick to avoid his own 8:00 bedtime.
-question: how does this description of King chaz's laws introduced verbal irony
-answer: ???
4.
-te: yet, some just loyal groups have suggested to King might not be the best man for the job. Just because the King has never set foot outside the palace doesn't mean he's out of touch with the people. And just because he doesn't read that well yet doesn't mean he shouldn't be riding laws.
-question: how does the narrator use sarcasm to make a point about the king?
-answer: ???
3 answers
- TE: However, from even the darkest nights arises the brightest sun. King Chatterick's son, his Royal Highness King Chatterick V, has inherited the throne. Stronger than a team of oxen and more brilliant than the brightest diamond, he is truly an awe-inspiring King.
- Question: Based on this description, what do the readers expect the new king to be like?
- Answer: Readers would expect the new king to be strong, intelligent, and capable of great leadership. The hyperbolic language suggests that he possesses remarkable qualities that would typically be associated with an impressive and competent ruler, setting high expectations for his reign despite his young age.
- TE: Some critics have opposed the rules of succession that have allowed King Chaz, as the monarch prefers to be called, to assume the throne at the age of six.
- Question: How does this description of King Chaz introduce situational irony?
- Answer: The situational irony arises from the fact that a six-year-old child is taking on the responsibilities of a king, which is traditionally a role filled by an experienced and mature adult. Readers might expect a child to be unfit for leadership, yet his age is contrasted with the expectation of royal wisdom and capability, highlighting the absurdity of the situation.
- TE: Some say he has been ignoring the nation's welfare to promote his own agenda. That is not true. For instance, his first official decree made it illegal for anyone to go to sleep before midnight. This was not merely a trick to avoid his own 8:00 bedtime.
- Question: How does this description of King Chaz's laws introduce verbal irony?
- Answer: This description presents verbal irony because it suggests that the King's decree to keep everyone awake is selfless and for the greater good, while it is evident that it primarily serves his own desire to stay up late. The narrator's assertion that the decree is not a trick contradicts the inherent absurdity of a child wanting others to conform to his own preferences, creating irony in the juxtaposition of intent versus outcome.
- TE: Yet, some disloyal groups have suggested the king might not be the best man for the job. Just because the King has never set foot outside the palace doesn't mean he's out of touch with the people. And just because he doesn't read that well yet doesn't mean he shouldn't be riding laws.
- Question: How does the narrator use sarcasm to make a point about the king?
- Answer: The narrator employs sarcasm by pointing out the king's inexperience and lack of knowledge, suggesting that his isolation and poor reading skills should not disqualify him from ruling. By using phrases like "just because" in a way that highlights these glaring issues, the narrator subtly mocks the idea that a child with such limitations could effectively govern, thus emphasizing the ridiculousness of the situation.
Make your answers just like a couple sentences make them very simple and your simple vocabulary kind of like a middle schooler
- Answer: Readers expect the new king to be strong and smart, like a superhero. The description makes him sound really impressive, even though he's just six years old.
- Answer: The irony is that a six-year-old is supposed to be king, which seems silly because you wouldn't expect a child to lead a country. It's funny because we usually think of kings as adults with experience.
- Answer: This shows verbal irony because the king’s rule about staying awake seems like he cares for others, but it really just helps him avoid going to bed early. It’s funny that he wants everyone to be awake for his own reasons.
- Answer: The narrator uses sarcasm by saying that just because the king doesn’t know much or go outside doesn’t mean he can’t rule well. It’s mocking the idea that a king shouldn’t need these important skills, which makes it clear that he really shouldn’t be in charge.
