Question

Is this verbal, situational, or dramatic irony? Explain.

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What is Miller's purpose in including the irony in this scene? Explain thoroughly, using textual
evidence from the excerpt above.
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Answer 1

Situational irony occurs when an unexpected action takes place that is the exact opposite of what we'd expect to happen. A prime example of this comes when Reverend Hale turns up at the Proctors' place and proceeds to test John's faith by asking him to recite the Ten Commandments.