Which statement best reflects the purpose of satire?

A. It uses wit and irony to persuade its audience to pursue social change.

B. It entertains the readers with its humor and plot twists.

C. It informs its audience about social or political issues in a direct manner.

D. It shares a life-changing personal experience with its readers.

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Kinley

31 October, 04:22

Which statement best reflects the purpose of satire?

A. It uses wit and irony to persuade its audience to pursue social change.

B. It entertains the readers with its humor and plot twists.

C. It informs its audience about social or political issues in a direct manner.

D. It shares a life-changing personal experience with its readers.

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Cecilia Cisneros · Answer 1

The statement that best reflects the purpose of satire is it uses wit and irony to persuade its audience to pursue social change. The answer is letter A. The author uses satire in this excerpt by presenting the man as having been clean in mind and in deeds.