Question

In Johnson’s satires, his imitation of Juvenal is chiefly seen in:

• A. His adoption of the hexameter verse form
• B. Moral seriousness and satiric tone
• C. A reliance on gentle mockery and lighthearted wit
• D. The emphasis on personal anecdotes and autobiographical details

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Moral seriousness and satiric tone

• Like Juvenal, Johnson mixes moral indignation with satire.

• His focus is on virtue, morality, and human weakness.

• His verse combines classical imitation with English social critique.