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Marina CMI
2 months ago
9

How does the characterization of cyril contribute to the satire in “The Storyteller.”?

English
2 answers:
hammer [7.6K]2 months ago
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The response is: A. Through his constant questions.

In "The Storyteller" by Saki (H. H. Munro), Cyril consistently irritates Aunt by asking tough questions during their journey by train. Her annoyance leads her to narrate a mundane story, which fails to satisfy the children. Consequently, the Bachelor interjects and shares an unconventional story that lacks a happy ending, much to Aunt's disapproval and the children's amusement.

Lady bird [7.4K]2 months ago
3 0

The proper answer is A.

H. H. Munro, known by his pen name "Saki", was born in Burma but relocated to England following his mother’s unexpected death.

His narratives typically offer a critique and satire of Edwardian England during his upbringing.

In "The Storyteller," he parodies societal norms regarding child-rearing and education. The repeating questions from Cyril are used to enhance the satire of the story and hint at the theme of challenging authority.

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