Satire

What is verbal irony?

• A form of irony where the speaker means exactly what they say.

• A situation where the outcome is opposite to what was expected.

• When a speaker says one thing but means another, often for humorous or emphatic effect.

• A type of sarcasm that is always negative.

What is an example of dramatic irony?

• A character is unaware of a plot against them while the audience knows.

• A character reveals their true feelings to another character.

• A character makes a decision based on false information.

• A character learns a secret that changes their perspective.

What is the difference between satire and parody?

• Satire aims to critique or mock while parody imitates a specific work or style for comedic effect without necessarily critiquing it.

• Both satire and parody aim to critique a specific work or style.

• Satire is a form of parody that only targets political figures.

• Parody is a serious imitation of a work, while satire is light-hearted.

Give an example of situational irony.

• A fire station burning down.

• A doctor getting sick.

• A teacher failing a test.

• A chef burning a meal.

What is the effect of sarcasm in satirical works?

• It creates a sense of seriousness and gravity.

• It adds a layer of mockery and can emphasize the absurdity of a situation or behavior, often making the critique sharper.

• It serves to confuse the audience and detract from the main message.

• It is used to express genuine praise and admiration.

Define irony in the context of satire.

• A situation where the intended meaning is opposite to the literal meaning, highlighting a discrepancy between reality and expectations.

• A form of humor that relies on exaggeration and absurdity.

• A technique used to create suspense and tension in storytelling.

• A method of critiquing societal norms through direct statements.

What is the relationship between satire and political commentary?

• Satire is a form of political commentary that uses humor and irony to critique political figures, policies, and societal norms.

• Satire is unrelated to political commentary and focuses solely on entertainment.

• Satire only criticizes societal norms without addressing political issues.

• Satire is a serious form of political commentary that avoids humor.

What is the purpose of satire?

• To entertain and amuse without any deeper meaning.

• To provoke thought, entertain, and encourage change by exposing flaws and absurdities in society.

• To provide a historical account of events in a humorous way.

• To criticize individuals without any intention of promoting change.

How does exaggeration function in satire?

• It minimizes the traits to make them less noticeable.

• It amplifies certain traits or behaviors to an extreme level to highlight their ridiculousness or flaws.

• It presents traits in a neutral manner without any bias.

• It focuses on the positive aspects of the traits to promote them.

How can one identify satire in a text?

• By looking for elements of humor, irony, exaggeration, and a critical perspective on societal norms or behaviors.

• By identifying the author's personal experiences and emotions.

• By analyzing the historical context of the text.

• By focusing solely on the plot and character development.