What is the primary purpose of using satire in writing?
Satire

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To confuse the readers with complex language
To highlight societal issues using humor
To provide factual information
To entertain the audience with jokes
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How does irony differ from sarcasm?
Irony is used to reflect the opposite of literal meaning, while sarcasm uses irony to taunt
Irony and sarcasm are the same and used interchangeably
Irony is always humorous, while sarcasm is not
Sarcasm is a form of irony that is always positive
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In Stephen Leacock's essay, what is the irony in the rich's complaints about money troubles?
The rich are portrayed as suffering more than the poor
The rich have no money troubles at all
The rich enjoy their financial problems
The rich are actually poor
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What does Leacock suggest about the rich having to sell bonds?
It is a common problem faced by everyone
It is a trivial issue compared to the poor selling furniture
It is a rare occurrence that never happens
It is a sign of financial stability
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Why might a direct approach to criticizing the rich's money troubles be less effective than satire?
It might cause readers to become defensive
It would be too humorous
It would be too subtle
It would not address the issue at all
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