1. Sarcasm To say something and mean the opposite Looks really warm out there today

2. Fun Fact Sarcasm or irony is used once every 2 minutes in conversation!! http://safeshare.tv/w/VvqFlxXUfn (What is Verbal Irony/ Sarcasm?) http://safeshare.tv/w/VvqFlxXUfn

3. Why people use sarcasm? 1.To be funny 2.To insult/mock people 3.To make an ironic comment about the world around them

4. How can we tell is someone is using sarcasm? People exaggerate their voice in a bored sounding manner They roll their eyes (and/or head) They smile afterwards

5. Other tips about sarcasm… Differs with the person -Know your person!!! Be aware of context - Look for when it doesn’t make sense

6. Elements of Sarcasm 1. Facial Expression

7. 2. Context: statement may contradict the environment It’s a beautiful day to go to the beach!! Looks great

8. 3. Vocal Cues: how you say something -“thanks” -Pulling-out a word: well excuuuuuse me! -Saying exciting words with no emotion: Wow Great Yay -Using a lower pitch to indicate sarcasm High pitch: “GREAT idea!” (sincere) Lower pitch: “Yea, great idea” (sarcasm)

9. Is she using sarcasm?

11. Examples- What do they really mean? “Nice job dropping the ball during practice today!” -Not actually complimenting you on your skills but saying you didn’t do a good job; might be trying to make you feel bad

12. Example- What does it really mean? “I’m glad you are standing there. Don’t feel like you need to help or anything” - Means he would like you to help him with whatever he is doing

13. Examples: http://safeshare.tv/w/xkyKYtEFhd (TBBT- Sheldon sarcasm) http://safeshare.tv/w/xkyKYtEFhd http://safeshare.tv/w/qmxnUxrlUU (Penny gets Sheldon sick) http://safeshare.tv/w/qmxnUxrlUU http://safeshare.tv/w/sDAfkpVCuR (examples of VI & sarcasm) http://safeshare.tv/w/sDAfkpVCuR

14. Look for the sarcastic comments: -http://safeshare.t v/w/EHfdWRzGXLhttp://safeshare.t v/w/EHfdWRzGXL (Wild Thornberries movie)

15. Identify the Sarcasm Complete worksheet- identifying the sarcastic comment and actual meaning

16. Clips- Identify Sarcastic Comments

17. Complete Worksheet Identify what you are actually thinking Make a sarcastic comment about situation or picture