Poem began as a joke about friend's indecision on hikes. Written in four stanzas with five lines each. Uses iambic tetrameter with ABAAB rhyme scheme
Irony reveals reality different from what appears true. Three main forms: verbal, dramatic, and situational. Verbal irony shows contrast between words and meanings. Dramatic irony reveals information to reader, not characters. Situational irony presents unexpected outcomes
Rhetorical devices are techniques used to persuade and convey meaning. They aim to make arguments more compelling than they would otherwise be
"Sigma" means someone who's cool and different. Term was coined by Vox Day in 2010. Sigma males are equals who play their own rules while dominating
Irony occurs when appearances differ from reality. Three main types: verbal, dramatic, and situational irony. Term originates from ancient Greek character "eiron". Irony overlaps with sarcasm and satire but isn't identical
Sarcasm is a sharp, often satirical utterance designed to cause pain. It involves using words that mean the opposite of what is intended. Sarcasm is often directed against individuals