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Explanation of Satire
Satire of Religion
Satire of Education
FINAL JEOPARDY
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True or false: Huck Finn is not not not a satire?
False :)
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What is Twain satirizing about Huck's view of himself in the eyes of God?
People have distorted views of religion; Huck was actually doing the right thing.
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How well was Mark Twain educated?
He dropped out when he was 11 or 12.
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Give a semi-acceptable description of satire
Satire: a literary composition, in verse or prose, in which human folly and vice are held up to scorn, derision, or ridicule.
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How does Twain satirize religion through the Family Feud?
Twain satirizes this topic by their use of religious ties, but also their violent ways and mannerisms.
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What is ironic about Samuel Clements's pen name?
After dropping out of school, Samuel acquired his name after literally using the term, "Mark Twain" when working on steamboats.
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Give your own acceptable example of satire.
Various responses, almost all are acceptable.
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Who tries to get Huck to go to "The good place" in the beginning of the story?
CORRECT! (Ms. Watson)
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Who in the book opposes Huck's education?
Pap
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What does Brick love?
Lamp!