ELD: Understanding Satire

What is the main purpose of satire?

• To inform people with factual news

• To entertain by commenting on shared experiences

• To deceive people into believing false information

• To promote political agendas

How can people be fooled by satire?

• By taking it as a serious news story

• By recognizing it as a joke

• By ignoring it completely

• By understanding the humor

What is a common characteristic of satirical stories?

• They always provide accurate information

• They use humor, sarcasm, and irony

• They are written in a formal style

• They avoid current events

What should you do to recognize satire online?

• Trust all news websites equally

• Learn what popular satirical websites are

• Avoid reading any online content

• Only read political news

What is a spoof?

• A serious documentary

• A funny imitation of something

• A factual news report

• A political speech

Why might unreliable news websites share satirical stories?

• To provide accurate information

• To generate clicks and views

• To educate the public

• To promote serious journalism

What is the relationship between satire and political cartoons?

• Both are used to spread misinformation

• Both exaggerate characteristics to make a point

• Both are considered reliable news sources

• Both avoid using humor

What is a key difference between satire and actual news?

• Satire is always factual

• Satire is meant to be humorous

• Satire avoids current events

• Satire is written in a formal style

What should you be cautious of when reading satirical sites?

• They always provide serious content

• They might hide behind a “satire” label to spread misinformation

• They never use humor

• They are always politically biased

What does the text suggest about the style of delivery in satire?

• It is always serious

• It is humorous and often subtle

• It avoids using irony

• It is straightforward and factual