1. The three types of Irony
NOT THE SAME AS BAD LUCK!

2. Situational irony When we expect one thing, but another thing happens.
(unexpected)
(Under flap)

3. Examples of Situational
New driver runs into his driving teacher’s car.
The police station gets robbed.

4. Dramatic Irony The audience knows something the character(s) do not.
(Under flap)

5. Examples
Man proposes to long-time girlfriend, but we know she plans to breakup with him.
Man sells his pocket watch to buy gift for his mom, and she buys him a watch chain.
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6. Verbal Irony Sarcasm What is said is different than what we expect.
(Under flap)

7. Examples of verbal irony
Man goes to a fancy restaurant. He says, “I’d like the chicken nuggets please.”
“Honey your room is beautiful. I’ve never been prouder.”