Question

literal meanings of the words. dramatic irony- a literary device where the audience knows information that the characters do not, creating tension or humor. situational irony- a literary device when the actual outcome of a situation is starkly different from what was expected, creating a surprising twist. what type of irony is used in the following example? in a play, the audience knows that a character’s best friend is planning to betray them, but the character trusts their friend completely. dramatic irony situational irony verbal irony

Explanation:

The audience knows the friend's betrayal plan while the character doesn't, fitting dramatic irony's definition.

Answer:

A. dramatic irony