10. Which of the following events is an example of situational irony in "R.M.S. Titanic"?

Question

10. Which of the following events is an example of situational irony in "R.M.S. Titanic"?

a. Although the Californian is the ship closest to the Titanic, it does not come to the Titanic's rescue.
b. When the crew realizes the extent of the damage to the Titanic, they send out a call for help.
c. Many well-known passengers occupy the Titanic's first-class passenger accommodation on its maiden voyage.
d. When the crew spots the iceberg directly in front of them, they try hard to avoid it.

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-MC

Answer 1

Yes, you are correct. Option A "Although the Californian is the ship closest to the Titanic, it does not come to the Titanic's rescue" is an example of situational irony in "R.M.S. Titanic". This is because one would expect the ship closest to the Titanic would render assistance, but it does not.

Answer 2

Yes, you are correct. Option A is an example of situational irony in "R.M.S. Titanic". Situational irony occurs when there is a contrast between what is expected to happen and what actually happens. In this case, it is expected that the closest ship to the Titanic, the Californian, would come to its rescue. However, situational irony occurs when the Californian does not come to the Titanic's rescue despite being in close proximity.

10. Which of the following events is an example of situational irony in "R.M.S. Titanic"?

I agree.

Yes, you are correct. Option A "Although the Californian is the ship closest to the Titanic, it does not come to the Titanic's rescue" is an example of situational irony in "R.M.S. Titanic". This is because one would expect the ship closest to the Titanic would render assistance, but it does not.