Satire Quiz

What is satire?

• A literary technique that attacks human vices and follies

• A form of comedy that mocks politicians

• A type of horror movie

• A technique used in political cartoons

Which of the following is an example of satire?

• Saturday Night Live

• Scary Movie

• Austin Powers

• All of the above

What form of satire involves the satirist speaking behind a thinly veiled mask?

• Monologue

• Parody

• Narrative

• Invective

Which technique of satire involves exaggerated representation of a character?

• Inveective

• Irony

• Caricature

• Juxtaposition

What is the purpose of satire?

• To make people laugh

• To attack individuals

• To bring ethical reform and awareness

• To protect the satirist

Which technique of satire involves positioning mismatching elements side by side?

• Inveective

• Irony

• Caricature

• Juxtaposition

Which of the following is an example of satire in television?

• Fotoshop Commercial

• iPhone 6 (Parody)

• Yolo Adult Version

• Austin Powers

What technique of satire involves using harsh and abusive language?

• Inveective

• Irony

• Caricature

• Juxtaposition

What is the purpose of satire?

• To make people laugh

• To attack individuals

• To bring ethical reform and awareness

• To protect the satirist

Which technique of satire involves the opposite of what is expected occurring?

• Dramatic irony

• Situational irony

• Verbal irony

• Caricature