Question

2 which of the following is the definition of dramatic irony?
a speaker states less than is necessary to diminish the seriousness of a situation.
audience members and readers know more about the plot than the characters do.
a speaker states one thing, yet means another.
the intended outcome of a situation is unexpected.

Explanation:

Dramatic irony occurs when the audience or readers have knowledge that the characters in a story lack. This creates a contrast between what the characters know and what the audience knows, often leading to tension or humor.

Answer:

Audience members and readers know more about the plot than the characters do.