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Which of the following statements are correct regarding 'Dramatic Irony'? I. It is a narrative situation where the audience possesses critical knowledge about circumstances that the characters do not. II. A primary example of this device is Antony calling Brutus an 'honourable man' to imply he is dishonourable. III. It is defined as a scenario where an outcome is the exact opposite of what is expected, as seen in the tragedy of Oedipus. IV. An instance of this device occurs in Romeo and Juliet when Romeo believes Juliet is dead, but the audience knows she is not. Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
- 1I and IV Only✓
- 2II, III and IV Only
- 3II and III Only
- 4I, II and III Only
Correct answer
I and IV Only
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