1. How has satire evolved over time?
2. In what situations are satirical techniques frequently used?
3. What reading strategies can I use to navigate difficult texts?
4. What elements of satire can I use in my own writing?
A. Opening Assignment: Satire Wire Article
Read the article and answer the following questions.
1. What is this article spoofing? (Literal)
2. What types of information does this article assume its audience has? (Interpretive)
3. Which techniques of satire are used in this article? (Interpretive)
4. What is this article's tone? (Interpretive)
B. Discuss active reading strategies (handout).
C. Closing/Homework: Employ the active reading strategies when reading Mark Twain's "Advice to Youth."