Question

determine whether the following examples show how characters create satire.
select the correct answer in each row.

	shows how characters create satire	does not show how characters create satire
a character who is vain is described as appearing more beautiful than other characters.	○	○
a character who thinks he is incredibly strong congratulates himself on climbing a mountain that, unbeknown to him, children can climb.	○	○
a character who is wise helps other characters by giving them much - needed advice.	○	○

Explanation:

Satire uses exaggeration, irony, or ridicule to critique flaws.

1. A know-it-all with a large head uses physical exaggeration to mock arrogance, which is satire.
2. Describing a vain character as just more beautiful does not use satire techniques to critique vanity.
3. A character bragging about climbing a child's mountain uses situational irony to mock false pride, which is satire.
4. A wise character helping others is a straightforward positive depiction with no satirical critique.

Answer:

1. A character who is described as a know-it-all is depicted as having a large head. → Shows How Characters Create Satire
2. A character who is vain is described as appearing more beautiful than other characters. → Does Not Show How Characters Create Satire
3. A character who thinks he is incredibly strong congratulates himself on climbing a mountain that, unbeknown to him, children can climb. → Shows How Characters Create Satire
4. A character who is wise helps other characters by giving them much-needed advice. → Does Not Show How Characters Create Satire