Question

Why was satire popular among 18th-century English writers? A. Because this type of writing was a new genre that created stronger reader interest B. Because writers wanted to expose people's flawed thinking about religious traditions C. Because this type of writing was more entertaining than the popular writings of the day D. Because writers wanted fame and fortune, which would make them a part of the upper class
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Answer 1

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B: because writers wanted to expose peoples flawed thinking about religious traditions

Answer 2

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Satire was popular among 18th-century English writers B. Because writers wanted to expose people's flawed thinking about religious traditions.

Satire is a technique that writers use to expose one's foolishness by the use of dark humour. It's basically like mocking someone. Back then, the writers used this to expose the way people thought about religious traditions, and to address other issues.