REVISION AND PRACTICE A MODEST PROPOSAL

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What is the main target of satire in 'A Modest Proposal'?

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The main target of satire in 'A Modest Proposal' is English policy in Ireland.

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What does the term 'rudiment' refer to?

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The term 'rudiment' refers to the first principles of a subject.

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Why does the author compare infants to little bundles of challenges?

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Because, like tiny superheroes, they can't fend for themselves or save the world just yet!

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What is the reaction of bureaucrats to proposals that don't meet their standards?

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The scrupulous bureaucrats had no ear for such complacency of the proposal.

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What is the implication of Arjun's magical plan?

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Arjun believes his magical plan will benefit everyone.

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What is the significance of satire in literature?

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Satire is used to criticize and mock societal issues, often to provoke change.

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How does 'A Modest Proposal' address the issue of poverty in Ireland?

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It uses extreme satire to highlight the dire situation of the poor and criticize the indifference of the wealthy.

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What literary device is primarily used in 'A Modest Proposal'?

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Irony is the primary literary device used in 'A Modest Proposal'.

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What is the effect of using hyperbole in 'A Modest Proposal'?

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Hyperbole emphasizes the absurdity of the situation and critiques societal attitudes.

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What role does the narrator play in 'A Modest Proposal'?

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The narrator presents a shocking proposal to provoke thought and highlight social issues.