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- 1. Multiple ChoiceWhat is satire?The use of literary devices to create cinematic, rich imagesThe use of incongruity, irony, parody, exaggeration to mock vices and follyThe use of personification and metaphor to create a unified tone and themeA form of zeitgeist
- 2. Multiple ChoiceSatire is a term that only applies to literature.TrueFalse
- 3. Multiple ChoiceThe main purpose of Satire is to...Agree with somethingMake people laughCriticize somethingTo bring about change
- 4. Multiple ChoiceHow does satire attempt to improve individuals or society?By modeling correct thought and behaviorBy ridiculing flaws and folliesBy praising achievements and honorsBy explicitly explaining the difference between right and wrong
- 5. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the four strategies of satire refers to imitating another’s technique or style?HyperboleReversalInversionParody
- 6. Multiple Choice
Which one below is not an example of satire?
The Onion
Saturday Night Live
The Comedy Jam
Family guy
- 7. Multiple ChoiceHyperbole is…A figure of speech which uses exaggerationA type of simileA figure of speech which uses understatementA type of metaphor
- 8. Multiple ChoiceSneering disapproval often expressed as praise is...SarcasmInversionHyperboleUnderstatement
- 9. Multiple Choice
In "Coyote v. Acme," which of the following is the basis for Mr. Coyote's lawsuit?
blackmail
slander and defamation of character
product liability
breach of contract
- 10. Multiple Choice
What is the author satirizing in "Coyote v. Acme," in which a cartoon character sues a company?
"Road Runner" cartoons
the legal profession
poorly made products
doctors
- 11. Multiple Choice
Since "Coyote v. Acme is based on "Road Runner" cartoons, in which the coyote is always getting hurt, what conclusion can you draw about these cartoons?
They are old fashioned.
They are funny.
They are violent.
They are well animated.
- 12. Multiple Choice
In "Coyote v. Acme," by Ian Frazier, the text is structured as which of the following?
a ruling by a judge that describes the events in chronological order
an opening statement that explains why the plaintiff is bringing legal action
a cross-examination by a defense attorney designed to persuade others
a statement by a witness that compares and contrasts events
- 13. Multiple Choice
In "Coyote v. Acme," what is the purpose of Exhibits A-D?
They illustrate Mr. Coyote's injuries.
They summarize the different incidents involving Acme products.
They support the attorney's line of reasoning.
They emphasize the seriousness of the lawsuit.
- 14. Multiple Choice
According to his attorney in "Coyote v. Acme," what does Mr. Coyote want the court to do?
shut down Acme
award him $38,750,000 in damages
send the president of Acme to jail
fine Acme $1 million
- 15. Multiple Choice
What was most likely Frazier's purpose in writing "Coyote v. Acme"?
to satirize the legal profession and frivolous damage claims
to show the legal profession needs reform
to satirize cartoons like the "Road Runner" series
to suggest that companies indulge frequently in false advertising
- 16. Multiple Choice
A contradiction between appearance and reality is called
irony
situation irony
surprise ending
exposition
- 17. Multiple Choice
In which sentence is punitive used correctly?
Mario proposed an ingenious, punitive solution to the math problem.
Teresa's report was punitive, and she added to its interest by presenting a brilliant slide show.
The jury's verdict awarded the plaintiff $3 million in punitive damages.
The candidate conducted a punitive campaign, reassuring voters that there would be no tax increase.
- 18. Multiple Choice
The satirical technique known as ______ presents the opposite of the normal order.
exaggeration
parody
reversal
inconguity
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