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QuizMultiple Choice

Comparing Ideas in Speeches — Cumulative exam

Question 4 • [ELA10] ELA 10, Sem 2 (26-27)

Which scenario shows an example of situational irony?

Answer
A
Portia says she believes Brutus, when really, she thinks he is lying to her.
B
Brutus lies to Portia about his health, knowing that he is fine.
C
The audience knows that Brutus is actually ill even though Brutus does not.
D
Brutus says that he is about to do something that will make him well, but his actions bring about his death.

Explanation

Situational irony occurs when what happens is unexpectedly different from what someone intends or expects. Brutus expects his actions to make him well, but instead they cause his death, so the outcome is the opposite of what he anticipates. The other choices describe deception or a difference between what the audience and a character know.

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