Question

Which signals a use of situational irony in "The Metamorphosis"? Select all that apply.

A.Gregor’s father uses an apple to wound him, leading to his death.
B. Grete’s external “blossoming” occurs as she deteriorates internally.
C. The Samsa family seems to value Gregor only because he provides financial support.
D. Despite his unappealing physical form, Gregor’s humanity is more apparent than that of other characters in the story.

Answer 1

A. Gregor’s father uses an apple to wound him, leading to his death.

B. Grete’s external “blossoming” occurs as she deteriorates internally.

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Answer 2

Situational irony, from the term itself, presents an ironic effect between the events that happened within the story. Based on "The Metamorphosis", the ones that display this kind of irony are options A and B. Gregor's father uses an apple to wound him but this lead to his death instead. And, the external "blossoming" of Grete happened as she deteriorates internally.