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6. Which moment is an example of satire in the play?(1 point)

Jack goes to London to handle personal business and avoid stress

Jack argues with Algernon about plans and proper behavior

Jack says he prefers the city because life in the country feels boring

Jack pretends his name is “Ernest,” even though the name means honest and sincere.

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"Jack pretends his name is 'Ernest,' even though the name means honest and sincere."

This is satirical because Wilde mocks Victorian values (earnestness, honesty) by having characters adopt the name to gain social advantage while behaving hypocritically.