Which description is an example of dramatic irony?(1 point)

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A roofing contractor on a multistory building has a fear of heights.
A roofing contractor on a multistory building has a fear of heights.

A wife cuts and sells her hair to buy a watch chain for her husband, who has sold his watch to buy combs for her hair.
A wife cuts and sells her hair to buy a watch chain for her husband, who has sold his watch to buy combs for her hair.

A person is asked how something tastes, and he states that it is awful and then proceeds to eat several more bites.
A person is asked how something tastes, and he states that it is awful and then proceeds to eat several more bites.

A marriage counselor files for divorce from her fourth husband.
A marriage counselor files for divorce from her fourth husband.
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The example of dramatic irony is:

A roofing contractor on a multistory building has a fear of heights.

In this case, the audience is aware of the contractor's fear, while the contractor is likely in a situation where that fear is significant and potentially dangerous, creating a contrast between the character's situation and the audience's knowledge.