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Irony and Ambiguity. English 9 (For more information, see Chapter 5 pages 284-285 in your textbook.). Surprises Twists and Mysteries . - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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Irony and Ambiguity
English 9
(For more information, see Chapter 5pages 284-285 in your textbook.)
Surprises Twists and Mysteries
“Irony is the word that describes the difference between what we expect or what seems suitable and what actually happens. Irony is the reverse of what we expect; ambiguity offers us several conflicting consequences or meanings, and leaves us to figure them out.”
IronyVerbal--when someone says one
thing but means the oppositeSituational--an occurrence that is
not just surprising; it is the opposite of what we expected
Dramatic--when we know what is in store for a character, but the character does not know
Ambiguity
Offers readers a choice of more than one meaning or interpretation
Keeps readers guessing, wondering, and reflecting
Why use ambiguity?
Ambiguous stories tend to linger in readers’ minds the longest because ambiguity challenges readers’ imaginations.
They encourage readers to discuss their thoughts and ideas with others.
Irony Practice
Look at the pictures, and decide which type of irony they represent.
Ambiguity Practice
Look at the pictures, and decide why they are ambiguous.
Our next two stories:
“The Gift of the Magi”–irony“The Lady or the Tiger”—ambiguity