1. Irony and logical fallacy
The Crucible Act III
Irony and logical fallacy

2. Irony Irony: when there is a contrast between expectation and reality
Three types
Dramatic Irony: when there is a contradiction between what a character thinks or knows and what the audience knows
Verbal Irony: when there is a contrast between what a character says and what is really meant
Situational Irony: when an event occurs that contradicts the expectations of the characters, the reader, or the audience.

3. Logical Fallacy
Logical Fallacy: an argument that may seem reasonable, but is founded on a wrong premise
In order to determine a logical fallacy…
Evaluate the arguments used to bring accusations and condemn the innocent
Determine the premise that underlies the accusations
Trace the logic that supports the arguments
ArgumentLogical?Credible Evidence?

4. Logical Fallacy Example
Rev. Hale argues that there must be witchcraft since so many people have confessed to being witches.
Argument: there must be witchcraft
Evidence: so many people have confessed
Logical: No. So many people have confessed to just save their own lives