Question

which scenario shows an example of situational irony?
portia says she believes brutus, when really, she thinks he is lying to her.
brutus lies to portia about his health, knowing that he is fine.
the audience knows that brutus is actually ill even though brutus does not.
brutus says that he is about to do something that will make him well, but his actions bring about his death.

Explanation:

Situational irony occurs when the outcome of an action is the opposite of what was intended.

• The first option is verbal irony (saying the opposite of what one thinks).
• The second option is a simple lie, not irony.
• The third option is dramatic irony (audience knows more than a character).
• The fourth option fits situational irony: Brutus intends to improve his health, but his action results in his death, the exact opposite outcome.

Answer:

Brutus says that he is about to do something that will make him well, but his actions bring about his death.