A political play is a(n) __________ of the government.

a. argot
b. satire

Check this dictionary for definitions of both words.

http://dictionary.reference.com/

so is it a?

An argot is a specialized vocabulary. What is satire?

b. satire

To arrive at this answer, one needs to understand the definitions of the given options.

a. Argot refers to the specialized language or vocabulary used by a particular group or profession. It is unrelated to the question.

b. Satire, on the other hand, is a form of literature or performance that uses humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize or mock individuals, institutions, or society. In the context of the question, a political play can be seen as a form of satire because it often aims to satirize or criticize the government.

Therefore, the correct answer is b. satire.