Worksheet on Irony - Situational in Science Fiction

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Grade 7
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A worksheet covering Irony - Situational for Grade 7 students, with a focus on science fiction contexts and creative writing tasks.

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Worksheet on Irony - Situational in Science Fiction

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Grade Grade 7
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Introduction to Irony in Science Fiction

In a distant future, humans have developed a technology that claims to eliminate all diseases instantly. However, when a supposed cure is applied, it unexpectedly causes the opposite effect, spreading a mysterious new illness instead. The scientists are baffled, and the public is shocked, realizing that the very technology meant to save them has become a source of danger.
1.
What type of irony is demonstrated in this passage?
[2 marks]
2.
Describe in one or two sentences how the technology's intended purpose contrasts with its actual effect.
[2 marks]
B

Analyzing Irony in Science Fiction Texts

As Captain Reynolds activated the ship's hyperdrive to escape a collapsing asteroid field, he was unaware that the system malfunctioned, causing the ship to be trapped in a time loop where they relived the same moment repeatedly, unable to escape.
1.
What specific literary device creates the irony in this scenario?
Aa) Metaphor
Bb) Foreshadowing
Cc) Irony
Dd) Flashback
2.
Explain how the captain’s actions contribute to the situational irony in this narrative.
C

Creative Writing Task: Irony in Science Fiction

Create your own short science fiction story that includes a clear example of situational irony. Follow the checklist below to guide your writing.
1.
Briefly outline the main idea of your ironic science fiction story.
[2 marks]
2.
Checklist for your story:
D

Identifying Irony Devices

Read the following dialogue from a science fiction story and identify the device used to create irony.
1.
What device is primarily responsible for the irony in this dialogue?
Aa) Hyperbole
Bb) Irony
Cc) Onomatopoeia
Dd) Personification
E

Discussion: Impact of Irony in Science Fiction

Write a brief paragraph explaining how the use of situational irony enhances storytelling in science fiction.
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Your paragraph:

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12/31/2025
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