Wednesday, May 9, 2012

Satire and "A Modest Proposal"

Turn in Growth Reflections!


A Modest Proposal

  1. Read the article linked above.  Use my summaries to help you figure out what he is saying.
  2. Summarize the meanings of the paragraphs where it says "Your Turn"
  3. On pages 5-7, try to figure out who Swift is criticizing, who he is trying to make look bad.
  4. On the back:  What is Swift's message?

See satire notes linked above.

If you were absent, review the list of devices linked above.

HOMEWORK
Bring in your Satirical Devices poster to class tomorrow.
GET THE FURNITURE OUT OF MY ROOM!

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