Irony In Othello
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Shakespeare's plays rely largely on irony. There are three kinds
of irony presented in this novel. They are: situational, verbal, and
dramatic. Irony plays an important role in Othello. It creates suspense,
and adds interest to the story.
There are many examples of situational irony in thi ....
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.... she worked against her friend without knowing it. She took Desdemona's
handkerchief because Iago said he wanted it. Iago then placed the
handkerchief in Cassio's room to make him look guilty. Also, throughout
the play, it seemed that Othello was the only one who didn't know the truth.
Shakespeare uses situational irony well to make the story more
interesting.
The verbal irony in this novel can sometimes be humorous because
of how ironic it is.
Othello often said things that we ....
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