Question

And on the pedestal, these words appear:
My name is Ozymandias, King of Kings;
Look on my Works, ye Mighty, and despair!
Nothing beside remains. Round the decay...
How does the poet use irony in the passage?



It is ironic that Ozymandias speaks

It is ironic that Ozymandias is placed upon a pedestal

It is ironic that the pedestal has strong words but the statue is in decay

It is ironic that Ozymandias is asking his followers to "Look" on his "Works"

Answer 1

@EclipsedStar

Answer 2

So...any ideas so far? :D

Answer 3

I think C.

Answer 4

I agree with C. It's ironic that the words did not deteriorate. :D