Irony and Ambiguity notes

Irony And ambiguity Notes



Irony:
The difference between what the readers expect or what seems suitable and the reality of what happens in reality.


Tips:Often comic
readers appreciate it, Because it is true.

Three main types: Verbal, situational, and dramatic.


Visual Clues: Draw something to help you remember the definition.


Types Of Irony
Verbal: Someone says one thing but means the opposite.
examples: “Nice day for a picnic!” when it’s raining
“You Sure can pick them” To his friend who finished last.


Types of irony: situational
what actually happens is the opposite of what is expected or appropriate.

Traits:
plays with people’s expectations
cuts deeply into the readers feelings
commonly used in literature


Examples:
A woman doesn’t wan to go to a party but ends up meeting her husband there
A cop gets a ticket, hes a enforcement officer.


Type of Irony; Dramatic
Def. Audience know whats in store for the character but eh character does not know.
Tips: often occur in movie and plays mimics life because its unpredictable.

dramatic Irony examples:
crooks enter a house that the audience knows its a booby trap.
Audience know that the wolf has taken the place of little red grandma