Which sentences describe required features of parody? (Select all correct answers.)

Its subject is popular or well-known.

It frequently uses exaggeration and irony.

It focuses on criticism of a social issue.

Its goal is to amuse and entertain audiences.

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The sentences that describe required features of parody are:

  1. Its subject is popular or well-known.
  2. It frequently uses exaggeration and irony.
  3. Its goal is to amuse and entertain audiences.

While parody may touch upon social issues, focusing on criticism of a social issue is not a required feature of parody itself.