Question

Veronica exercised and took vitamins every day, trying to make sure she would feel strong and healthy during her vacation. When she arrived at the hotel, many guests had the flu. She got sick the next day.
Which literary device is the author using?

understatement

irony

hyperbole

paradox

Answer 1

The literary device that the author is using is irony.
It is ironic that this girl wanted to be healthy and fit during her vacation, only to get sick two days into her holiday.