Question

each example demonstrates a technique often used in satire. match each text to the technique.
the sign says to keep off the grass, but there is only dirt in the lot.
what must you do before you get off a bus? get on it.
he snores louder than a cargo train.
irony
exaggeration
humor

Explanation:

• "The sign says to keep off the grass, but there is only dirt in the lot" is irony as the sign's instruction is pointless given the situation.
• "What must you do before you get off a bus? Get on it." is humor as it plays on words in a comical way.
• "He snores louder than a cargo train" is exaggeration as it over - states the loudness of the snoring for effect.

Answer:

• The sign says to keep off the grass, but there is only dirt in the lot: irony
• What must you do before you get off a bus? Get on it.: humor
• He snores louder than a cargo train: exaggeration