Dramatic irony exists when what appears true to one or more characters is not what the audience or reader knows to be true. Discuss Shakespeare’s use of dramatic irony in his portrayal of King Duncan. What does Duncan believe to be true? In contrast, what do we know to be true? How does the dramatic irony surrounding Duncan add to the play’s effectiveness? Address these questions in a brief essay that uses details from The Tragedy of Macbeth, Act I, to support your ideas.

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Examples of dramatic irony that students may mention include: Duncan's elevating Macbeth to Thane of Cawdor as a reward for his loyalty and bravery when, unbeknownst to him, Macbeth soon seems willing to betray and murder Duncan; the fact that the previous Thane of Cawdor was guilty of treason but Macbeth is actually planning treason too; Duncan's remarks about the lovely Macbeth castle when in fact it may be the site of Duncan's murder; and Duncan's remarks showing his love for and trust in the Macbeths when in fact the Macbeths are planning to kill him. In discussing how the dramatic irony adds to the play's effectiveness, they may say that it underscores the innocence and goodness of Duncan and builds suspense for the audience.

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  • Dramatic irony occurs when the audience (movies, plays, etc.) understands something about a character's behavior or event but the character does not.

The Dramatic ironic examples mentioned are:

  • Duncan is very happy and excited when he arrives at the castle and praises how kind, warm and welcoming Lady Macbeth. He doesn't know, but the audience knows that she's already planning to kill him, and that's all this dramatic irony.
  • Duncan's remarks about the beautiful Macbeth Castle. It could actually be Duncan's murder scene.
  • Duncan's remarks show his love and confidence in Macbeth when Macbeth is actually planning to kill him.

When discussing how dramatic irony enhances the effect of the play, they can say that it emphasizes Duncan's innocence and goodness and increases audience tension.

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