The irony present in the climax of ‘The Rattrap’ is best described as: (a) situational, (b) dramatic, (c) verbal, (d) sarcastic.
Answer
a) situational
The correct answer is a) situational — Select the option that correctly classifies this irony.
Step-by-step solution
- Define situational irony as an outcome contrary to expectations.
- Identify the climax where the old man escapes with money but then loses it.
- Recognize that this outcome is contrary to his expectation but not known to the reader.
- Select the option that correctly classifies this irony.
Common mistake: Choosing dramatic irony
Concept tested: Irony type
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