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"The Necklace" by Guy de Maupassant features situational irony, where the outcome of the story is contrary to what the characters and readers expect. The twist at the end, revealing the true value of the necklace, is an example of situational irony.
Yes, an event in a story that is the reverse of what was expected is an example of situational irony. Situational irony occurs when there is a contrast between what is expected to happen and what actually occurs.
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No, that example does not demonstrate situational irony. Situational irony occurs when the outcome of a situation is the opposite of what is expected. In this case, it is not unexpected or contrary to common expectations for a cat to run away from a dog.
Dramatic irony is when the audience knows something that the characters in a story do not.
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The type of irony in the story "Poison" is situational irony. This is because the outcome of the story is different from what the reader or characters expect, creating a surprising and often ironic twist.
allegory or symbol.
allegory or symbol.
irony as the gifts they exchange are objects that the other person values most, despite both characters making sacrifices for these gifts.
Irony. Irony occurs when the opposite of what is expected happens, creating a sense of surprise or humor for the audience.