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What is the definition of Exaggeration?
What is Understatement?
The opposite of exaggeration, a technique for developing irony and/or humor where one writes or says less than intended.
What does Illogic refer to?
Define Improbable Situations.
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What does Incongruity mean?
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For (blank) to be successful, the reader must know the original thing that is being ridiculed.
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(Blank) can focus on the order of events, such as serving dessert before the main dish.
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What is Double entendre?
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What is a Caricature?
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Define Sarcasm.
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What is Invective?
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(Blank) refers to ridiculous exaggeration in language, making the discrepancy between the words and the situation silly.
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What is Reductio ad absurdum?
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What is the definition or purpose of satire?
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What is the morality of satire?
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What are the complications of satire?
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What are the steps for analyzing satire as a reader?
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Study Notes
Satirical Techniques
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Exaggeration: Known as hyperbole; an overstatement used for emphasis or effect.
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Understatement: A technique contrasting exaggeration; implies less than intended, creating irony or humor.
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Illogic: Represents faulty reasoning; a form that disrupts logical flow to highlight absurdities.
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Improbable Situations: Refers to highly unlikely scenarios, often used to emphasize absurdity in satire.
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Incongruity: Involves presenting elements that seem out of context or absurd, enhancing the comedic effect.
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Parody: Imitation of a style or technique for ridicule; relies on the audience's prior knowledge of the original subject.
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Reversal: Involves presenting the opposite of the normal order, such as reversing roles or sequences (e.g., dessert served first).
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Double entendre: A word or phrase with dual meanings; the first is straightforward, while the second is often suggestive or illicit.
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Caricature: A hyperbolic portrayal of personality traits; highlights specific characteristics in an exaggerated form.
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Sarcasm: A sharp, bitter form of satire intended to wound; characterized by mocking or contemptuous remarks.
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Invective: Open insults for shock value; can be tedious if overused, lacks the inventiveness found in other forms of satire.
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Burlesque: Involves absurd exaggeration in language, usually highlighting the ridiculousness of a situation or character.
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Reductio ad absurdum: A technique that entails accepting a premise to its extreme conclusion to reveal its folly; can confuse if the satire is not recognized.
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Definition or Purpose of Satire: Uses satirical devices to mock targets with the aim of inspiring behavioral change and discouraging negative behavior.
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Morality of Satire: Effective satire often circles around a moral stance, spotlighting wrong conduct and advocating for ethical behavior.
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Complications of Satire: Successful satire requires subtlety and engagement; its effectiveness often hinges on the audience’s awareness and sophistication.
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Steps for Analyzing Satire:
- Identify potential satire and recognize the technique used.
- Consider the intended audience for the satire.
- Identify the target group meant to inspire change through satire.
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