Finally, Sam had had enough. “I’m at the marina,” she texted. “Is everything okay?”
Miles away on the other side of the lake, Mel replied. “So am I. Where are you?”
What does irony accomplish in the paragraphs?
(1 point)
Responses
It presents information to the reader that the characters do not yet know.
It presents information to the reader that the characters do not yet know.
It creates an unexpected outcome that has a comedic effect.
It creates an unexpected outcome that has a comedic effect.
It highlights a conflict between characters.
It highlights a conflict between characters.
It shows that one character is sarcastic, and the other character is unaware.
1 answer
The irony in the paragraphs primarily serves to present information to the reader that the characters do not yet know. While Sam believes she is alone at the marina and is concerned about something happening, Mel's response reveals that she is also at the marina, creating a situation where both characters are unaware of each other's presence despite being in the same location. Therefore, the correct response is:
It presents information to the reader that the characters do not yet know.
