Question

question 3 of 5
in what way does a modest proposal fit the definition of satire?
a. it presents an argument for treating children like livestock, which the reader isnt meant to take seriously.
b. it brings attention to the problem of poverty in ireland and hints at a solution.
c. it hides its radical solution to the problem of poverty inside a more practical solution.
d. it uses humor to criticize the irish poor for taking advantage of welfare programs.

Explanation:

Satire uses humor, irony, exaggeration, or ridicule to expose and criticize people's stupidity and vices. In "A Modest Proposal", Jonathan Swift suggests the absurd idea of selling children as food to address poverty in Ireland as a way to shock readers into considering the real - world problems. The extreme proposal is not meant to be taken seriously.

Answer:

A. It presents an argument for treating children like livestock, which the reader isn't meant to take seriously.