Which of the Following Offers an Example of Dramatic Irony

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following offers an example of dramatic irony?

• A)Romeo saying that Juliet looks as if she were alive when she is alive;the audience knows it but the character does not
• B)the imagery in Mercutio's Queen Mab speech
• C)Friar Lawrence's epilogue about his failings
• D)Tybalt breaking up the party with his accusation against Romeo

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Definitions:

Proportional Tax

A tax system where the rate remains constant regardless of the amount to which the tax base is applied.

Progressive Tax

A taxation system where the tax rate increases as the taxable amount or income increases, placing a higher burden on wealthier individuals.

Regressive Tax

A tax system where the tax rate decreases as the taxable amount increases, placing a higher relative burden on lower-income earners.

Deadweight Loss

The loss of economic efficiency that occurs when the equilibrium for a good or service is not achieved or is not achievable. This can happen due to factors like market inefficiencies, taxes, or subsidies.