What do situational irony and dramatic irony have in common?
They both are generally revealed through the private thoughts of a character.
They both are told through elements of flashback to previous times.
They both usually unfold slowly in a story as details emerge and events occur.
They both are often found in the dialogue between the characters.
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They both usually involve a contrast between what is expected or intended and what actually happens.
They both usually unfold slowly in a story as details emerge and events occur.
Yes, that's correct. Both situational irony and dramatic irony often develop gradually throughout a story, with new details and events adding to the irony and building suspense for the reader or audience.