A Modest Proposal Reading Check
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11th - 12th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of including facts and statistics in 'A Modest Proposal'?
Back
To make his proposal appear logical.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What term describes when the literal meaning falls short of the topic?
Back
Understatement.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the statement about poorer tenants having something valuable of their own illustrate?
Back
Sarcasm.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is Swift's main purpose in 'A Modest Proposal'?
Back
He wants to force the government to help the poor of Ireland.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which statement is an example of understatement in 'A Modest Proposal'?
Back
I can think of no one objection . . . against this proposal, unless it should be urged that the number of people will be thereby much lessened in the kingdom.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is satire?
Back
A literary technique that uses humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize or mock.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Define irony in literature.
Back
A contrast between expectation and reality, often highlighting the opposite of what is expected.
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