which is an example of verbal irony as spoken by Antigone?

a. "You have yourself to consider, after all."
b. "You must decide whether you will help me or not."
c. "...and if I must die,/I say that this crime is holy..."
d. "...if it means death,/It will not be the worst of deaths..."

please help

um...i eliminate A and B

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To determine which example is an example of verbal irony as spoken by Antigone, we need to understand what verbal irony is. Verbal irony is when someone says something that is the opposite of what they actually mean. Let's analyze each option to identify the example of verbal irony:

a. "You have yourself to consider, after all."
This statement appears to be straightforward and does not seem to express irony. Antigone is acknowledging that the person being addressed should prioritize their own well-being.

b. "You must decide whether you will help me or not."
This statement does not seem to express irony either. Antigone is stating a factual condition, leaving the decision to the other person.

c. "...and if I must die,/I say that this crime is holy..."
This statement could be seen as an example of verbal irony. Antigone is referring to the action of burying her brother, which is considered a crime by the state. By describing it as "holy," she is expressing the opposite of what the society believes.

d. "...if it means death,/It will not be the worst of deaths..."
This statement could also be considered an example of verbal irony. Antigone is downplaying the fear of death, suggesting that it wouldn't be the worst outcome. This contrasts with the general fear and avoidance of death in society.

Based on the analysis, options c and d both contain examples of verbal irony. Antigone's words in options c and d convey meanings that are the opposite of what is expected or believed by others.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Irony#Verbal_irony.2C_including_sarcasm

Now eliminate the obvious incorrect ones, and let us know what you think.

You have to consider the person to whom she's speaking at the time. Then ask yourself, considering what the other person's actions have been in the play, is Antigone saying what she really means? Or is she saying the opposite of what she means?

Try again ... and with reasoning this time, please. No guessing.