Questions: 2.3.2 Quiz: Understand Stories with Purpose Question 6 of 10 Which piece of writing is an example of a satire? A. A novel about children who take over a school to indirectly criticize the government's policies B. A letter to the editor that states your opinion about why the city should install a new baseball field C. A story about a poor couple who help a homeless stranger and are rewarded for their selflessness D. A tale about a rabbit who loses a race to a turtle because he is overconfident in his ability to win

The answer is A. A novel about children who take over a school to indirectly criticize the government's policies.

This option is an example of satire. Satire is a literary technique used to criticize or mock societal norms, policies, or individuals, often through humor, irony, or exaggeration. In this case, the novel uses the story of children taking over a school as a metaphor to critique government policies, which aligns with the purpose of satire.

This option is not satire. It is a straightforward expression of opinion or advocacy for a specific action, lacking the elements of humor, irony, or critique that characterize satire.

This option is not satire. It is more likely a moral or inspirational story that highlights themes of kindness and altruism, without the critical or humorous elements typical of satire.

This option is not satire. It is a fable, specifically "The Tortoise and the Hare," which teaches a moral lesson about the dangers of overconfidence and the value of perseverance, rather than critiquing societal issues.