Bernice Bobs Her Hair Literary Devices

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Explanation and Analysis—Society Vampire:

Bernice's statement to Charley about wanting to be a “social vampire” at the bridge party isn’t necessarily what it seems. Through this quip, Fitzgerald explores the contrast between Bernice's declarations and her real intentions:

"I want to be a society vampire, you see," she announced coolly, and went on to inform him that bobbed hair was the necessary prelude.

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Explanation and Analysis—Marjorie's Mighty Glad:

One might expect Marjorie to show jealousy or anger when she hears that Bernice has captured Warren’s attention, as he was previously only interested in her. However, in a situationally ironic gesture, she laughs and claims she is pleased that Warren has found someone who appreciates him:

Marjorie on being twitted only laughed. She said she was mighty glad that Warren had at last found some one who appreciated him.

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Bernice Bobs Her Hair: Situational Irony 2 key examples

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