There are three types of irony, and I will define each of them and discuss their use in Oedipus Rex. ... Irony can be split into three kinds: verbal irony, dramatic irony, and irony of situation. ... In irony of situation, the most important kind, the difference is between appearance and reality, or between expectation and fulfillment, or between what is and what would seem appropriate. ... Verbal irony is found within the conversation between Oedipus and Teiresias. ... Irony of situation is found through out the whole play. ...

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• Grade Level: High School

As in any great tragedy, the story of Oedipus is rife with heartbreaking irony. ... Oedipus is a complex individual whose decisions illuminate his world view, providing the reader with insight into why Oedipus behaves the way he does. ... The people describe themselves as "too feeble" to survive much longer and "beg" Oedipus to fix the situation. ... Tiresias has god-given insight into the truth, though physically blind, while Oedipus has physical sight but lacks discernment into the reality of the situation. ... Oedipus' wife Jokasta attempts to reintroduce logic int...

• Word Count: 1443
• Approx Pages: 6
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

Major Characters Antigone Antigone is the daughter of Oedipus, late king of Thebes. ... They tell him their opinions on how good he is handling the situation. ... Plot Outline Basic Situation "Antigone goes to cover Polynices. ... He is able to use irony and good descriptions to help the reader understand what is going on in the drama. 12. ...

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• Grade Level: High School