This question regards the short-story "One Ordinary Day by Shirley Jackson.

Question

1. At which aspects of modern life does this story poke fun?

A: This story pokes fun at our tendency to classify people –especially as good or bad?

Answer 1

It also pokes fun at the idea of conformity and the idea that people should fit into certain roles and expectations. It also pokes fun at the idea of materialism and the idea that having more possessions will make one happier. Finally, it pokes fun at the idea of the American Dream and the idea that success is measured by wealth and status.