Satire is a genre of literature that uses humor, irony, and exaggeration to expose and criticize societal flaws.

The primary purpose of satire is to expose and criticize societal flaws, often through the use of humor, irony, and exaggeration.

Jonathan Swift is known for his novel 'Gulliver's Travels', which satirizes human nature and politics.

Satire encourages critical thinking by exposing and criticizing societal flaws, prompting individuals to question and reflect on these issues.

Parody involves imitating a particular style or genre in an exaggerated or distorted manner, often for humorous or satirical effect.

Exaggeration is used in satire to emphasize and highlight societal flaws, making them more noticeable and impactful.

Dramatic irony involves using irony to create a contrast between what is expected and what actually happens, often resulting in a humorous or thought-provoking effect.

Satire raises awareness of societal flaws and encourages critical thinking by exposing and criticizing these flaws, potentially leading to social change.

Sarcasm involves using humor to poke fun at or criticize someone or something, often through the use of irony or mockery.

Satire promotes critical thinking by exposing and criticizing societal flaws, while propaganda discourages critical thinking by promoting a particular viewpoint or agenda.

George Orwell is known for his novel 'Animal Farm', which satirizes totalitarianism and the abuse of power.

Satire defends the right to criticize and expose societal flaws, contributing to freedom of expression by challenging authority and promoting critical thinking.

Caricature involves creating a fictional character or situation that represents a particular type of person or group, often in an exaggerated or distorted manner.

Satire challenges discrimination and promotes equality by exposing and criticizing societal flaws that perpetuate inequality and injustice.

Joseph Heller is known for his novel 'Catch-22', which satirizes the absurdity and bureaucracy of war.