Question

Match the definitions below with the correct terms.

A. where a story takes place

B. the use of an unexplainable event to resolve a story

C. poking fun at human folly

D. the study of word origins

E. understanding of people through their words, thoughts, and actions

Use the word bank to answer the question.

1. characterization
2. setting
3. satire

Answer 1

Answer: 40. characterization (1 point): E. understanding of people through their words, thoughts, and actions

41. setting (1 point)

: A. where a story takes place

42. satire (1 point)

: C. poking fun at human folly

43. deus ex machina (1 point)

: B. the use of an unexplainable event to resolve a story

44. etymology (1 point): D. the study of word origins

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

A.1. Setting: where a story takes place

C.3. Satire: poking fun at human folly

E.3. Characterization: understanding of people through their words, thoughts, and actions

Step-by-step explanation:

We can assure those definitions by checking their dictionary definitions:

Setting: "the place or type of surroundings where something is positioned or where an event takes place."

Satire: "the use of humor, irony, exaggeration, or ridicule to expose and criticize people's stupidity or vices, particularly in the context of contemporary politics and other topical issues."

Characterization: "a description of the distinctive nature or features of someone or something."