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In English / High School | 2025-07-04

Which situation is the best example of irony?
A. A high school named after its founder Richard W. Watson is called Watson High.
B. A politician titles his speech about homelessness in America, "Unacceptable Norms."
C. A poorly written book that is full of clichés and weak characters is called Stories of Genius.
D. A science fiction short story about a robot dog with a human heart is called "FIDO."

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Answer (2)

The best example of irony among the options is C, where a poorly written book is titled 'Stories of Genius.' This illustrates a contradiction between expectation and reality, a key expression of irony. Hence, C effectively showcases how irony works in titles versus content. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-04

The best example of irony is option C, where a poorly written book is titled Stories of Genius . This title suggests high quality, contrasting with the actual quality of the content. This discrepancy between expectation and reality illustrates irony effectively.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-06