PPT-Understanding Satire Humor for the intelligent—

will you get it Satire Defined One of the oldest forms of literature and one of the most durable A constructive art that seeks not merely to destroy but to rebuild aim is to inspire reform Humor criticism inspired reform. As you watch and listen, write down 3-4 things you notice that characterize the following video and audio clips. iphone. 5. Jon Stewart "Fox News“. George Carlin "Icebox Man“. Weird Al "Amish Paradise". Today we will be discussing satire and taking notes.. You may take notes on loose paper or leave the paper in your notebook—whatever will help you keep track better.. You will be tested on this material on Monday, May 13.. Dr. Maier. Satire. Definition: A genre that pokes fun at some element of society (or society as a whole) and often uses laughter as a means of correcting vice.. . Horatian versus Juvenalian Satire. Horatian Satire: pokes fun at society through good-natured and playful humor. . What is a satire?. A satire is any piece of writing or graphic media designed to make its readers feel . critical . – of themselves, of their fellow human beings, and of their society. . Satire is usually directed at humanity in general, but can also target a specific group or individual.. Visual text analysis.. What is the target of this satire?. Did it work?. Context matters. To fully understand satire, one must have a clear understanding of the context of the satire and its target.. Parody. Satire vs. Parody. Satire ridicules the shortcomings of people or institutions in an attempt to bring about a change.. Satire makes a serious point, usually through humor, while attacking some aspect of society.. Humor for the intelligent—. will you get it? . Satire Defined . One of the oldest forms of literature and one of the most durable. A constructive art that seeks not merely to destroy but to rebuild; aim is to inspire reform. Introduction to Satire!. (2014. ). Day 1. Satire Notes Packet. Use your packet to take notes about the elements of satire. . You will two . summatives. for this unit:. Elements of Satire Terms, “A Modest Proposal” and speaker/author test. Because funny stuff is funny stuff. The Anatomy of Satire. “‘Tis the intent and business of the stage, To copy out the follies of the age, . To hold to every man a faithful glass, . And show him of what species he’s an ass”. Kravchuk. . Polina. , 6-a. Contents. :. Introduction…………………………………………………………………………...3. Chapter I . Teoretic. ………………………………………………......................4. INVECTIVE. If critics simply abuse, they are writing INVECTIVE. From the mouth of a wit, INVECTIVE can be a piercing tool, but when delivered from a shallower mind, invective invariably is simple abuse. “Word Crimes” by Weird Al. As we listen to “Word Crimes”:. Identify elements of satire. . Record examples in your notes.. Think about the singer’s purpose.. What is Weird Al suggesting about peoples’ adherence to and knowledge of grammar?. --Jonathan Swift. Methods. Madness. Major players. Satire. “A literary manner that blends a critical attitude with humor and wit for the purpose of improving human institutions or humanity.” (Holman). Satire Defined. A literary genre that uses different devices to expose humanity’s vices and foibles, . giving momentum to change or reform. through ridicule.. It is a manner of writing that mixes a critical attitude with wit and humor in an .