Dramatic irony occurs when a character on stage is not aware of something the audience or reader knows to be true and act 5 scene 3 Romeo and Juliet why are the following lines of Romeo drastically ironic
In Act 5, Scene 3 of Romeo and Juliet, the following lines of Romeo are drastically ironic:
"Here's to my love! O true apothecary!
Thy drugs are quick. Thus with a kiss I die."
These lines are ironic because Romeo believes Juliet is dead, and he drinks poison to join her in death. However, the audience knows that Juliet is not actually dead, but only in a deep sleep. This dramatic irony creates tension and suspense for the audience as they know the tragic outcome that Romeo is unaware of.