Question

Which statement best explains why "The Lady's Dressing Room" is satirical?

◾️A. The poem describes the female character in an understated
manner to encourage the reader's imagination.

◾️B. The poem focuses on man's dominant position over women.

◾️C. The poem ridicules a woman's beauty by pointing out what filth is
left behind when she beautifies herself.

◾️D. The poem scorns male dominance, a prevalent practice during the
time period.

Answer 1

Answer: The poem ridicules a woman's beauty by pointing out what filth is left behind when she beautifies herself.

Step-by-step explanation:

“The Lady's Dressing Room” is Jonathan Swift's poem, which includes a satirical description of femininity. Strephon sneaks into the dressing room of his lover, Celia, and becomes disillusioned at the dirt and smell of this place. In this way, the author makes a jocular comment on the women's false pretense to be perfect, where in fact, their rooms are left disorganized.