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THE SATIRICAL SPECTRUM
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REVIEW FORMS OF SATIRE Bellringer 10/26: Take out a clean sheet of notebook paper. Scan the forms of satire on pages 174-175. Using Bouchier’s satire “Let’s Hear It For the Cheerleaders” on pages 169-171, answer questions 1-3 on page 176.
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AGENDA First, we will analyze a satirical cartoon as a class. Next, you will analyze a satirical cartoon with a partner. The GOAL of this activity is to identify the impact the tone has on how the audience is encouraged to view the subject. Daily Learning Objective: I can interpret tone in satirical texts. I can recognize different purposes for satire.
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SATIRICAL CARTOON: “Jerry Springer Town Hall Meeting” http://politicalhumor.about.com/od/politicalcartoons/ig/Healthcare-Cartoons/Springer-Town- Hall-Meeting.0rld.htm
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DETERMINE THE AUTHOR’S MESSAGE What elements of satire are present in the cartoon? Hint: Scan pages 174-175 to view forms of satire! What is the implied message of the artist? Is the cartoon effective in presenting the implied message?
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Horatian and Juvenalian Satire Horatian SatireJuvenalian Satire Type of satire which pokes fun at human foibles with a witty even indulgent tone Tone: lightly humorous Type of satire which denounces, sometimes with invective, human vice and error in dignified and solemn tones Tone: scathingly bitter Where on the the satirical spectrum would you place the cartoon we just analyzed? HORATIAN JUVENALIAN 123456789 10
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INDEPENDENT PRACTICE Work with your partner to analyze the cartoon you have been assigned. Answer the questions on your handout to guide you through your analysis of the cartoon and to determine how satire is used to construct meaning. 1. What elements of satire are present in the cartoon? Hint: Scan pages 174-175 to view forms of satire! 1. What is the implied message of the artist? 2. What do you think the writer’s attitude or moral view is toward the subject? Choose only one tone word and explain your response in 2-3 sentence. 3. Where is the tone of the piece the most obvious? Justify your response. 4. Is the cartoon effective in presenting the implied message? 5. Discuss with your partner where your cartoon falls on the satirical spectrum. Tape your cartoon in the appropriate place on the spectrum and be prepared to explain your decision to the class.
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POLITICAL CARTOON: “Scaling Back Healthcare Reform” http://politicalhumor.about.com/od/politicalcartoons/ig/Healthcare-Cartoons/Healthcare-Scaling- Back.0rli.htm
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POLITICAL CARTOON: “GOP Releases Flying Monkeys” http://politicalhumor.about.com/od/politicalcartoons/ig/Healthcare-Cartoons/Releasing-Flying- Monkeys.0gyk.htm
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POLITICAL CARTOON: “U.S. Health Care Costs” http://politicalhumor.about.com/od/politicalcartoons/ig/Healthcare-Cartoons/U-S--Health- Care-Costs.htm
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POLITICAL CARTOON: “Worstest President in History” http://politicalhumor.about.com/od/bushcartoons/ig/Bush-Cartoons/Worst.-jOj.htm
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POLITICAL CARTOON: “Healthcare Reform” http://politicalhumor.about.com/od/politicalcartoons/ig/Healthcare-Cartoons/Healthcare- Reform.htm
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POLITICAL CARTOON: “Obama Downgrade” http://politicalhumor.about.com/od/barackobama/ig/Barack-Obama-Cartoons/Obama- Downgrade.htm
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POLITICAL CARTOON: “Mixed Nuts” http://politicalhumor.about.com/library/bl-liberal-cartoons.htm?PS=890%3A11&x=267&y=57
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POLITICAL CARTOON: “Obama’s Two Modes” http://politicalhumor.about.com/od/barackobama/ig/Barack-Obama-Cartoons/Obama-s-Two- Modes.htm
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POLITICAL CARTOON: “Depreciation of Sarah Palin” http://politicalhumor.about.com/od/sarahpalin/ig/Sarah-Palin-Cartoons/Depreciation-of- Palin.htm
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POLITICAL CARTOON: “Obama Derangement Syndrome” http://politicalhumor.about.com/od/barackobama/ig/Barack-Obama-Cartoons/Obamaphobia.htm
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POLITICAL CARTOON: “Obama’s Economic Team” http://politicalhumor.about.com/od/barackobama/ig/Barack-Obama-Cartoons/Obama-s-Economic- Team.htm
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POLITICAL CARTOON: “Obama Oval Office Makeover” http://politicalhumor.about.com/od/barackobama/ig/Barack-Obama-Cartoons/The-Economy-- Stupid.htm
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POLITICAL CARTOON: “Palin Politics” http://politicalhumor.about.com/od/sarahpalin/ig/Sarah-Palin-Cartoons/Palin-Politics.htm
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POLITICAL CARTOON: “Comedians for Pain” http://politicalhumor.about.com/od/sarahpalin/ig/Sarah-Palin-Cartoons/Comedians-For-Pain.htm
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POLITICAL CARTOON: “Bush Decision Points” http://politicalhumor.about.com/od/bushcartoons/ig/Bush-Cartoons/Bush-Decision-Points.htm
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POLITICAL CARTOON: “Bush Withdrawal Support Group” http://politicalhumor.about.com/od/bushcartoons/ig/Bush-Cartoons/Bush-Withdrawal.-jOg.htm
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POLITICAL CARTOON: “Sarah Palin” http://politicalhumor.about.com/library/bl-liberal-cartoons.htm?PS=890%3A75&x=441&y=84
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