SATIRE Flashcards
(11 cards)
- is the use of humor, irony or hyperbole to critique something or someone, particularly in the context of political or social issues.
- It’s as old as communication itself.
Satire
highlights the difference between belief and
reality.
Irony
exaggerates a single characteristic or element
of the subject of the satire to steer the audience’s attention.
Hyperbole
Understating an aspect of what is being satirized can help develop a humorous
response.
UNDERSTATEMENT
What is the purpose of satire?
to create awareness, motivation, or both.
Type of Satire:
✔ Tone: Lighthearted, humorous, and witty
✔ Purpose: To amuse and entertain while gently criticizing social vices
✔ Example: Playfully pokes fun at human behavior without being too harsh
Horatian Satire
Type of Satire:
✔ Tone: Harsh, bitter, and critical
✔ Purpose: To attack corruption, hypocrisy, and
injustice with scorn and moral outrage
✔ Example: Uses sarcasm, irony, and sharp
criticism to expose societal flaws
E.g. Political Cartoons – Many editorial
cartoons harshly criticize politicians and
social issues.
Juvenalian Satire
Type of Satire:
Tone: Intellectual, playful, and philosophical
✔ Purpose: To attack mental attitudes and viewpoints
rather than specific individuals or institutions
✔ Example: Often presented in a mix of prose and dialogue with ironic humor
Menippean Satire
What type of satire are these works?
ABNKKBSNPLAko?! by Bob Ong
Mga Kwento ni Lola Basyang (Severino Reyes)
Menippean
What type of satire is this work?
Dekada ‘70 by Lualhati Bautista
Juvenalian
What type of satire are these works?
Ang Huling El Bimbo (Eraserheads)
Ang Probinsyano
Bubble Gang
Ms. Phatupats
Horatian
