LM - Ambiguity and Irony Lesson
Ambiguity and Irony
Introduction
The previous two lesson have provided some practical and theoretical ideas about literary merit. In this lesson, we will look at two literary devices that are almost always present within works of literary merit: ambiguity, and irony.
Ambiguity and Irony Presentation
Often the AP English Literature exam will ask the students to analyze a complex character or relationship. This often occurs on both the poetry and prose prompts. Even on the open-ended question, the prompt asks to go beyond plot summary. Awareness of ambiguity and irony will help you score higher. Let's dig in a little deeper.
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Let's Review
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Moving on!
Ambiguity and Irony should always be considered with AP English Literature.
A complex character or situation will almost always include some degree of ambiguity, whereas if an author knows more than a character, there will be some degree of irony.
These two terms are at the heart of AP English Literature, and all works of Literary Merit. The next idea to consider in the forthcoming lesson will be universal ideas or themes in literature.
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