Appeals, Rhetorical Devices, and Figurative Language

Question 1 • SC-English 3 Honors

Which detail from Stanton’s speech is an example of irony?

Answer

Stanton describes men as unkind and cruel, and for the most part she seems to believe that this is true.

Stanton pleads with men to help women, although she secretly worries that men will not help in any way.

Stanton argues that men will ultimately give women the vote, although she must convince women they want to vote.

Stanton says that it would be nonsense for mothers to wish that their sons would not grow up to be selfish liars and cheaters.

Explanation

D is ironic because Stanton calls it “nonsense” for mothers to wish their sons would avoid selfishness and dishonesty, even though that is plainly a reasonable wish. The contrast makes the statement ironic and helps criticize the selfish, deceitful behavior she associates with men.

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