Dramatic Irony in Plays and Stage Drama

Questions

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   Why is dramatic irony such a powerful tool for playwrights on stage?

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   In a play, Character A hides a bag of gold under a floorboard. In the next scene, Character B sits on that exact floorboard and complains about being broke. The audience knows the gold is right beneath him. This is:

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   In Shakespeare's 'Macbeth', King Duncan visits Macbeth's castle calling it pleasant and welcoming, but the audience knows Macbeth is planning to murder him that night. This is:

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   In a stage drama, a detective accuses an innocent man while the actual criminal, known to the audience, stands next to the detective offering assistance. This is:

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   What feeling is created in the audience during a tense drama when dramatic irony is present?

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   In a comedy play, a student writes a fake love letter signed 'Secret Admirer'. The audience sees him drop it near his teacher, but he thinks his crush picked it up. This is:

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   In a play, a character boasts, 'I can always spot a liar!', while talking to a liar whom the audience already saw deceive three other characters. This is:

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   In a dramatic scene, an explorer drinks from a well believing it is fresh water, but the audience saw a villain pour potion in it a minute ago. This is:

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   How do stage directions often contribute to dramatic irony?

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    In a play about pirates, the captain puts on a disguise to test his crew's loyalty. The crew thinks he is a beggar, but the audience knows it is the captain. This is:

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    In a scene, a villain tells the audience his evil plan in an aside, then turns to the hero and smiles warmly. The contrast between his secret plan and his smile relies on:

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    Which of the following describes a dramatic irony situation on stage?