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“Ivan is an incredibly strong fellow," remarked the general, "but he has the misfortune to be deaf and dumb. A simple fellow, b...Question
“Ivan is an incredibly strong fellow," remarked the general, "but he has the misfortune to be deaf and dumb. A simple fellow, but, I'm afraid, like all his race, a bit of a savage.”
“Is he Russian?”
“He is a Cossack," said the general, and his smile showed red lips and pointed teeth.
“So am I.
“Come,” he said, “we shouldn't be chatting here. We can talk later. Now you want clothes, food, rest. You shall have them. This is a most restful spot.”
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Use the paragraphs to answer the question.
Why are these paragraphs an example of satire?
- The general is ridiculing Ivan, as well as himself, for being a Cossack
(explain in simple words and 2 sentences)
“Is he Russian?”
“He is a Cossack," said the general, and his smile showed red lips and pointed teeth.
“So am I.
“Come,” he said, “we shouldn't be chatting here. We can talk later. Now you want clothes, food, rest. You shall have them. This is a most restful spot.”
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Use the paragraphs to answer the question.
Why are these paragraphs an example of satire?
- The general is ridiculing Ivan, as well as himself, for being a Cossack
(explain in simple words and 2 sentences)
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These paragraphs are an example of satire because the general makes a condescending remark about Ivan, implying that being deaf and dumb makes him a bit of a savage, which highlights ignorance and prejudice. Additionally, the general refers to Ivan's identity as a Cossack, ironically revealing his own narrow-mindedness while pretending to be hospitable.