Dramatic Irony in Sports: Audience Knows More
English
Year 9
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~14 mins
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A comprehension worksheet exploring the use of dramatic irony with a focus on sports scenarios, where the audience knows more than the characters.
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Dramatic Irony in Sports: Audience Knows More
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Grade Year 9
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Introduction to Dramatic Irony in Sports
During a crucial football match, the crowd cheers loudly as the home team’s star player prepares to take a decisive penalty kick. Unknown to him, the stadium announcer has just revealed that the opposing goalkeeper has an injury, making the save much easier. The audience watches with bated breath, knowing the goalkeeper’s weakness, while the player remains unaware, confident in his skill. The tension builds as spectators anticipate the outcome based on their knowledge, creating a sense of dramatic irony.
1.
What is the main example of dramatic irony in this passage?
[2 marks]2.
How does the audience’s knowledge affect their engagement with the scene?
[2 marks]B
Analyzing Techniques of Dramatic Irony
As the striker lines up for the penalty, the crowd remembers that the goalkeeper has been limping in practice sessions. The player remains confident, unaware of this weakness. The commentator describes the scene: 'The tension is palpable as the striker prepares to shoot, none of us realising that the goalkeeper’s injury could be his downfall.'
1.
Identify one literary technique used to emphasize the dramatic irony in this extract.
[1 mark]Aa) Metaphor
Bb) Foreshadowing
Cc) Irony
Dd) Hyperbole
2.
Explain why the commentator’s description creates dramatic irony.
[4 marks]C
Creative Writing: Dramatic Irony Scenario
Write a short sports scene involving dramatic irony where the audience knows more than the players. Use vivid descriptions to build tension.
1.
Create a scene involving a sports match where the audience is aware of a secret that the characters are not. Include at least three examples of irony in your scene.
D
Effect of Dramatic Irony in Sports Narratives
Answer the following questions about how dramatic irony enhances storytelling in sports contexts.
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In what ways does dramatic irony make sports stories more engaging for the audience?
[2 marks]2.
Provide an example of dramatic irony from a real or hypothetical sports event.
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- 12/31/2025
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