AP Language and Composition - Satire Flashcards

6763566487	satire	A literary technique in which human vices, groups, institutions, beliefs, etc. are ridiculed or criticized.	0
6763569562	burlesque	derives its humor from exaggerated imitation of a more serious work or a parody that ridicules a serious literary work by treating its solemn subject in an undignified style	1
6763578289	monologue	The satirist usually is speaking behind a thinly veiled mask. He states his view of a problem, cites examples, and endeavors to impose his views on the reader/listener.	2
6763582499	parody	The satirist takes an existing work and makes it look ridiculous; not simply imitation; must wound the original: point out faults, emphasize weaknesses	3
6763592102	narrative	Here the author does not appear. The novel speaks for itself. Satire must be interpreted more closely on the part of the reader.	4
6763599001	invective	harsh abusive language	5
6763601341	irony	A contrast between expectation and reality	6
6763605646	caricature	An exaggerated representation of a character; a cartoon-like portrait in art or literature Increases weaknesses, frailties, or humorous aspects of an individual or group.	7
6763619991	absurdum	An argument whereby one seeks to prove one's position by pointing out the absurdity or foolishness of an opponent's position.	8
6763623387	juxtaposition	Placement of two things closely together to emphasize comparisons or contrasts	9
6763625280	incongruity	To present things that are out of place or are absurd in relation to its surroundings	10
6801436444	necessary ingredients for satire	humor, criticism, moral voice	11