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OpenStudy (anonymous):

First, find five examples of humorous devices that you have encountered. These can include any of the following: Verbal Irony Sarcasm Situational Irony Dramatic Irony Hyperbole Understatement Malapropism Pun Oxymoron Next, collect the examples. You can write them down (be sure to give credit to the person who said or created them!), take pictures or screen shots, or summarize the experience in your own words. Be sure to give credit to all sources you use. Then you must explain which humorous devices your examples represent. For each, offer an analysis that demonstrates a good unders

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Part One- Sarcasm Pun Verbal Irony Hyperbole Oxymoron An example of Verbal Irony is- "As pleasant and relaxed as a coiled rattlesnake" - This implies that the person seems to be relaxed but, can attack you at any time! - Source: http://fos.iloveindia.com/verbal-irony-examples.html#sthash.B95Sfh91.dpuf An example of Sarcasm would be this poem: "Sarcasm" A poem by Eli D Sarcasm, a knife that slices my hope and self worth into indistinguishable pieces of waste lying around my feet. Is it mine or did you throw it at me?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Do you need an example of all five or just a couple, I did two there. Let me know.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Can you please give me all 5, I would really appreciate it @anonymous_

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