Which of the following best describes the purpose of a satire?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. To criticise human folly through humour or exaggeration
- Step 1: Satire uses wit and exaggeration to expose flaws in society.
Answer
To criticise human folly through humour or exaggeration.
Why not the others: To record historical facts in a neutral and objective way, To describe the natural world in a calm and detailed manner and To advertise a product to the widest possible audience don't fit.
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