1. Irony, Coincidence, and Bad Luck What is the difference?

2. Irony
When the opposite of what is expected to happen, happens OR the reader is aware of something that the character is not.
Example: . A police station is robbed OR In a scary movie, the audience knows the killer is hiding upstairs and the victim runs upstairs to escape.

3. Stop!
Take a moment to explain why the previous example is ironic, under the explanation portion of your guided notes.

4. Coincidence
A remarkable connection of events or circumstances without an apparent link
Example: You show up to school wearing the same outfit as your best friend.

5. Stop!
Take a moment to explain why the previous example is a coincidence, under the explanation portion of your guided notes.

6. A misfortunate state resulting from unfavorable circumstances.
Bad Luck
A misfortunate state resulting from unfavorable circumstances.
Example: You wash your car and then it rains.

7. Stop!
Take a moment to explain why the previous example is bad luck, under the explanation portion of your guided notes.

8. How do we make this ironic?
Answer this in the “Follow Up” section of your guided notes…
You win the award for being the most generous classmate in the 7th grade.

9. 3 Corners Activity
Listen to the following situations. Decide if the situation exemplifies irony, coincidence, or bad luck. Then, move to the designated spot in the room to show your answer. Be prepared to discuss!