"A Modest Proposal" Quiz
"A Modest Proposal" is a satirical essay suggesting the solution to Ireland's poverty by selling the children of the poor as food to the wealthy.
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Essay questions
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- How does Jonathan Swift use satire to criticize the economic and social conditions of Ireland in 'A Modest Proposal'?
- In what ways does Swift's proposal to solve the problem of overpopulation and poverty in Ireland challenge traditional notions of morality and ethics?
- What techniques does the author employ to maintain a serious tone while proposing a ludicrous and outrageous solution in the text?
- Discuss the role of irony in 'A Modest Proposal' and how it contributes to the overall message of the text.
- How does Swift's use of statistical data and factual information add to the effectiveness of his satirical argument in the essay?
- Examine the impact of Swift's writing style and language choices on the reader's perception of the proposed solution and the societal issues being addressed.
- What parallels can be drawn between the social and economic conditions depicted in 'A Modest Proposal' and those of contemporary society?
