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Literary Terms

Literary Terms. By: Spencer Mendible. What you will be learning……. The definitions of the terms Satire and Anticlimax Examples of the two terms. Satire. Definition- A way of using humor to show that someone or something is foolish, weak, bad, etc. Synonyms- mockery, ridicule, parody

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Literary Terms

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  1. Literary Terms By: Spencer Mendible

  2. What you will be learning…… • The definitions of the terms Satire and Anticlimax • Examples of the two terms

  3. Satire • Definition- A way of using humor to show that someone or something is foolish, weak, bad, etc. • Synonyms- mockery, ridicule, parody • Examples – Caricature of leaders, people, events, etc., This is just a funny way to make fun of someone you don’t like.

  4. Anticlimax • Definition(s)- 1. A disappointing end to an exciting or impressive series of events • 2. a noticeable or ludicrous descent from lofty ideas or expressions to banalities or commonplace remarks • Synonyms- 1.letdown, disappointment, comedown • Examples- Something bad happening to a character. • Something not living up to something like sequels, etc.

  5. Information • Definition of Satire- http://www.merriamwebster.com/dictionary/satire • Definition of Anticlimax- http://www.google.com/search?q=anticlimax&safe=active&source=lnms&sa=X&ei=v5RuUt35OvPHsASzjYHYCw&ved=0CAYQ_AUoAA&biw=784&bih=577&dpr=1 • http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/anticlimax - 2nd definition

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