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Satire in Swift's "A Modest Proposal" (Continued)

Question 5 • SLAE 26-27 ENGLISH 12.1

In "A Modest Proposal," why does Swift intentionally use false premises as a basis for his arguments?

Answer
A
to signal that he is actually writing a satire
B
to suggest that his proposal is truly genuine
C
to lighten a serious topic with playful humor
D
to prove that he has made some valid points
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