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Love, Tragedy, and Drama: An Introduction to Shakespeare — Test

Question 2 • English Language Arts 9

Which is an example of dramatic irony in Act V, scene iii of Romeo and Juliet ?

Answer
A
Balthasar agreed to deliver Romeo’s letter, and the audience knew the contents of the letter.
B
Romeo thought Juliet was dead when he poisoned himself, but the audience knew she was alive.
C
Friar Laurence thought his plan would help Romeo and Juliet, but the audience knew he had evil intentions.
D
Juliet knew Romeo was dead when she awakened, and the audience knew that she was correct.
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