Question

Which of these sentences best describes verbal irony?

A.
It illustrates ways in which the characters and people cannot control their own fate.
B.
It involves using words or actions to convey the opposite of the literal meaning.
C.
It occurs when a character unknowingly reveals a personal insight or truth.
D.
It adds depth to a story because the reader knows more than the story’s characters.

Answer 1

The answer is B because irony is the opposite of the literal meaning of something.

Answer 2

Answer: B

Explanation: Irony is used to describe the opposite of a literal meaning