Lesson 42: Irony Detect
Irony Detect > MODULE 42 // SOCIAL NUANCE Mission: Read the customer review below. Look at the Star Rating (1 Star) to understand the context. Hover over the italicized text to see the real meaning behind the sarcasm. J John Doe Posted 2 hours ago ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Oh, just fantastic service. I absolutely loved waiting 45 minutes for a glass of cold water.
The waiter was so helpful that he ignored our table the entire night. Thanks for a perfect evening.
Tone Check 1. Is the customer actually happy? Yes, very happy No, he is being sarcastic He is confused 2. When he says "fantastic service", what does he really mean? It was terrible It was great It was fast 3. What is the main clue that this is irony? The waiter's name The photo The 1-Star Rating vs Positive Words