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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Satire in Swift's "A Modest Proposal"

Question 1 • English 12 A-IC - USD232

What is Swift’s overall purpose for writing the satirical essay "A Modest Proposal"?

Answer
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to provide a reasonable solution to the problem of poverty in Ireland
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to show that poverty in Ireland is not really a serious problem
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to draw attention to extreme poverty in Ireland and encourage reform
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to shame Irish parents who are unable to provide for their children
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