Satirical Elements Flashcards
1
Q
What is satire?
A
Satire is a form of persuasion or a technique in writing that presents ridiculous ideas for social norms.
2
Q
What are the 3 weapons of satire?
A
irony, exaggeration, and understatement
3
Q
The 3 types of satire are ______, _______, _______
A
Horatian, Juvenalian, Mennipean
4
Q
What type of satire is dark and bitter?
A
Juvenalian satire
5
Q
A light and humorous form of satire is called _______
A
Horatian satire
6
Q
It is a form of satire that attacks mental attitudes rather than a specific individual or a group.
A
Menippean satire
