Satire

A satire is a type of writing meant to mock or ridicule by using sarcasm or insults ,with the intention of bringing out improvement. It also combines criticism with humor. One example of a satire can be South Park. This is an adult-oriented  cartoon show about a couple of children in middle school. Another similar example of a satire would be The Simpsons. This article "Advice to the youth " by Mark Twain is satirical because it criticizes the youth on how to life. The message Mark Twain is trying to deliver to the the youth is to live right don't be a trouble maker and listen to your parents. The satire delivers its message by listing the advice he gives with reason and explanation. This piece is avery successful piece. Most of what he says I agree with and I also learned a lot. I learn to obey my parent more because it true what he says. Parents believe that they always know better and know one can change that. I also agree with his idea of lying. Its better to tell the truth and be done with it.