APFIVE Dramatic Irony in the Laocoon Episode
How does Vergil’s portrayal of Laocoon’s fate in Book 2 of the Aeneid exemplify the concept of dramatic irony in epic poetry?
A
The gods intervene to save Laocoon, contrary to the audience’s expectations
B
Laocoon’s prophecies are believed by the Trojans, but the audience knows they are false
C
The audience knows the Trojan horse is a trap, while Laocoon’s warnings go unheeded by the Trojans
D
Laocoon’s fate is unknown to both the characters and the audience
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