Satire Techniques Part 1
It imitates the style or genre elements of another writer/genre by pointing out weaknesses or flaws.
What is Parody?
Insulting or making fun of another character, situation, or action with bad intent behind it.
What is Mockery?
The movie "Spaceballs" is this version of "Star Wars."
What is parody?
An extremely exaggerated description of physical features or personality.
What is Caricature?
Characters or situations in a completely flipped or unexpected role intended to make a point.
What is Reversal?
"The Daily Show"
What is Satire?
Over-the-top descriptions or compliments that are not meant to be taken seriously.
What is Hyperbole?
Describes something as less than it is minimizing accomplishments or a situation.
What is Understatement?
"The Simpsons"
What is "both?"
A sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance, such as a hidden insult, designed to cut or give pain usually to an individual.
What is sarcasm?
"I’m dying of thirst" is an example of this satirical technique.
What is Hyperbole?
Saturday Night Live
What is "both?"
When a person says or writes one thing and means another, or uses words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of the literal meaning.
What is Verbal Irony?
This is an example of this type of technique: “I know all those words, but that sentence makes no sense to me.” ― Matt Groening
What is Mockery?
"Animal Farm"
What is "satire?"