Question

"Don't it s'prise you de way dem kings carries on, Huck?"

"No," I says, "it don't."
"Why don't it, Huck?"
"Well, it don't, because it's in the breed. I reckon they're all alike,"
"But, Huck, dese kings o' ourn is reglar rapscallions; dat's jist what dey is; dey's reglar rapscallions."
"Well, that's what I'm a-saying; all kings is mostly rapscallions, as fur as I can make out."

Which best describes the satirical element of this excerpt?

A.Jim and Huck still genuinely believe that the“rapscallions” are royalty.
B.Jim is revealing to Huck that most people are not what they seem.
C.Jim tells Huck that he knew the truth about the kings before everyone else.
D.Jim and Huck are basing their opinion of all royalty on fake kings.

Answer 1

The satirical element in the excerpt is Jim and Huck basing their negative opinion of all royalty on their experience with impostors, showcasing Mark Twain's critique of authority and social structures.

Step-by-step explanation:

The satirical element present in the provided excerpt is option D: Jim and Huck are basing their opinion of all royalty on fake kings. The conversation between Jim and Huck reveals their belief that the individuals claiming to be kings are actually rapscallions, pointing to a broader satire on the notion of royalty and how easily people can be deceived. Still, they generalize this idea to all kings, which exaggerates the critique of authority and legitimacy. In the broader context of Mark Twain’s works, this satirical stance is typical, as he often challenges social norms and questions the moral and intellectual integrity of those in power.

Answer 2

B. Jim is revealing to Huck that most people are not what they seem.
I think, I am sorry if I am wrong ;/