These questions are based on General Literary Principles. Satirical writing employs
LITERATURE
JAMB 2020
These questions are based on General Literary Principles. Satirical writing employs
- A. synecdoche
- B. irony
- C. onomatopoeia
- D. epigram
Correct Answer: B. irony
Explanation
Satire is a technique employed by writers to expose and criticize foolishness and corruption of an individual or a society, by using humor, irony, exaggeration, or ridicule. It intends to improve humanity by criticizing its follies and foibles.
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