Question

What should a complete and effective summary of "A Modest Proposal" include? Check all that apply.

a paraphrase of the main ideas in “A Modest Proposal”
details about Swift’s personal life and career as a writer
an explanation of the meaning and purpose of the satire
the writer’s opinion about Swift’s essay and political beliefs
some quotations that serve as evidence of Swift’s ideas

Answer 1

the answers are the first, third, and fifth options

Answer 2

Jonathan Swift's "A Modest Proposal" provides a decadent condition of the poor Irish population. A complete and effective summary of the satire should include a paraphrase of the main ideas in the fictional pamphlet. An explanation of the meaning and purpose of the satire is important. And some quotations that serve as evidence of Swift's ideas are going to demonstrate research on the topic.