Night by Elie Wiesel Irony Assignment - Analyzing Irony Types Literary Devices

Help students uncover the powerful use of irony in Night by Elie Wiesel with this thought-provoking analysis activity. This assignment invites students to explore how verbal, situational, and dramatic irony are used in the memoir. By examining quotes from throughout the memoir, students will identify the type of irony used and explain why it is that type. This irony resource fosters close reading and critical thinking for students reading Night by Elie Wiesel, making it a useful addition to any Night unit.

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Included in the Night by Elie Wiesel Irony Activity:

➡️ Night Irony Student Assignment: In this assignment, students will analyze direct quotes from Night, determine the type of irony used (verbal, situational, or dramatic), and explain why it is an example of that type of irony. Clear definitions of the different types of irony and powerful examples help guide students through the assignment. This assignment is best used after students have completed the memoir as quotes are taken from throughout the text.

How the Night by Elie Wiesel Irony Activity Works:

1. Begin by reviewing the three types of irony—verbal, situational, and dramatic—with your students.
2. Distribute the student handout, which features a variety of quotes pulled directly from Night.
3. For each quote, students identify the type of irony being used and write an explanation to support their choice.

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