Question

Complete the sentence using a suitable option:
A satire must include _________________.

• A. facts and statistics
• B. humor to entertain its readers
• C. a serious undertone
• D. criticism of society/persons

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

criticism of society/persons

Satire is a literary device that uses humor, exaggeration, irony or ridicule to criticize people's stupidity and vices. It must definitely be a criticism of people or society. In this context, option D is the best answer to the question asked.