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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, but, I'm afraid, like all his race, a bit of a savage.”%0D%0A%0D%0A“Is he Russian?”%0D%0A%0D%0A“He is a Cossack," said the general, and his smile showed red lips and pointed teeth.%0D%0A%0D%0A“So am I.%0D%0A%0D%0A“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.”%0D%0A%0D%0AQuestion%0D%0AUse the paragraphs to answer the question.%0D%0A%0D%0AWhy are these paragraphs an example of satire?%0D%0A%0D%0A(1 point)%0D%0AResponses%0D%0A%0D%0AThe general means the opposite when he describes Ivan as “incredibly strong.”%0D%0AThe general means the opposite when he describes Ivan as “incredibly strong.”%0D%0A%0D%0AThe general means the opposite when he calls his château a “restful spot.”%0D%0AThe general means the opposite when he calls his château a “restful spot.”%0D%0A%0D%0AThe general is ridiculing Rainsford for needing food and rest so soon.%0D%0AThe general is ridiculing Rainsford for needing food and rest so soon.%0D%0A%0D%0AThe general is ridiculing Ivan, as well as himself, for being a Cossack.

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The correct response is: **The general is ridiculing Ivan, as well as himself, for being a Cossack.**

This choice highlights the underlying commentary on stereotypes and cultural attitudes, which is a hallmark of satire. The general's remarks about Ivan reflect a condescending and prejudiced view of Cossacks, suggesting a primitive or savage nature. This not only pokes fun at Ivan’s disability but also exposes a sense of superiority over his own kind, demonstrating the absurdity inherent in such biases.