The general tone and attitude of Byron's "Don Juan" would be best described as ______________?
Correct answer: B. Ironic and satirical
- A. Dramatic and dark
- B. Ironic and satirical
- C. Strange and haunting
- D. Humorless and stark
Explanation
Don Juan combines comic storytelling with sharp criticism of society, politics, war, and hypocrisy. Its dominant manner is therefore ironic and satirical rather than dark or humorless.
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