Which of the options correctly identifies the purpose of satire?
Select the best option.

to entertain readers

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to ridicule malpractices in society

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to constructively criticize society

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to incite a revolt

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Solution

The correct option is C to constructively criticize society
Satire is a literary device that uses humor, exaggeration, irony or ridicule to criticize people's stupidity and vices. From this, we can conclude that the main purpose of satire is to constructively criticize the society. So, the best answer is option C.

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