Question

give reasons for the prevalence of satire in the 18th century? (5marks)

Answer 1

Answer:

The 18th century was one in which exaltation of wit and reason came to the forefront of literature in the form of both Horatian and Juvenalian satires, which, through keen observation and sharp nimbleness of thought, exposed the superficial follies and moral corruption of society during the neoclassical period .