Besides amusement, what are other benefits of parody news programs? (Select all correct answers.)

They can help viewers feel a sense of belonging by mocking others.

They can encourage viewers to focus on the joyful parts of life.

They can provide certain viewers with valuable news information.

They can offer meaningful social criticism through the use of satire.

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The correct answers are:

  • They can help viewers feel a sense of belonging by mocking others.
  • They can provide certain viewers with valuable news information.
  • They can offer meaningful social criticism through the use of satire.

While the second option about focusing on joyful parts of life could be seen as a benefit in a broader sense, parody news primarily serves to critique and comment on societal issues rather than focusing solely on joy.