Irony (AQA GCSE English Language): Flashcards
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Definition of irony
Definition of irony
Expressing opposite of what you actually mean
Irony relates to...
Irony relates to...
Tone and meaning
Literal vs intended meaning in irony
Literal vs intended meaning in irony
Completely different - creates deliberate contrast
Why writers use irony
Why writers use irony
Make writing engaging, humorous, thought-provoking
What context includes
What context includes
Situation, setting, surrounding details
Why context crucial for irony
Why context crucial for irony
Reveals writer's true intentions
Example: 'Perfect weather for BBQ' in rain
Example: 'Perfect weather for BBQ' in rain
Ironic - actually means terrible weather for cooking outdoors
Analyzing ironic language: focus on
Analyzing ironic language: focus on
Relationship between what's said vs what's meant
Look for in ironic language
Look for in ironic language
Contrasts and contradictions
Irony can reveal about characters
Irony can reveal about characters
Flaws, true nature, or motivations
True irony requires...
True irony requires...
Clear contrast (literal vs intended) + contextual evidence
Support irony interpretation with
Support irony interpretation with
Specific textual evidence & clear explanations