Understanding Satire

Understanding Satire

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jennifer Brown

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main theme of the poem 'I'll Get It Next Time, Promise'?

A motivational piece for students

A genuine praise of the principal's leadership

A narrative about the school's history

A satirical critique of the principal's incompetence

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following best describes the purpose of satire?

To expose flaws and provoke change

To confuse the audience

To entertain without any deeper meaning

To provide factual information

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

From which language does the word 'satire' originate?

German

Spanish

Greek

French or Latin

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does satire encourage its audience?

By providing entertainment

By promoting skepticism and critical thinking

By simplifying complex issues

By offering solutions to problems

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common use of satire in modern media?

To comment on political events

To create fictional stories

To advertise products

To report news factually