Irony A general definition of IRONY: A contrast or opposition between what happens and what is expected to happen. Usually for a humourous or emphatic response. http://ed.ted.com/lessons/situational-irony-the-opposite-of-what-you-think-christopher-warner
Types of Irony Situational Irony - when, in a situation, the exact opposite occurs than what was expected to happen. Ex. Cat chasing a dog; when your English teacher misspells s/t!! Verbal Irony - the exact opposite between what is said and what is meant. Ex. “Beautiful day outside!” When its raining. Dramatic Irony - When the audience knows something that one or more of the characters doesn’t. Ex. the movie Titanic (we know the ship is going to sink).
More Helpful Media Depicting Irony http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UfcemNhlqyA http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4kiXh8YOzk http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RemBy5yeW8g http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DhrfhjLd9e4 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NZyvm1lMnGY The Beatles’ song When I’m 64 - why is this ironic?? ;)