The argument presented in the above meme is as follows: The older generation, even if the age is separated by only a year, feels superior to the younger generation because the older generation has more experience. Memes generally express their ideals in a humorous or sarcastic manner; the above image is an example of that sarcasm being used to propose an argument. It is an argument because it is able to be argued over; a person could take a side arguing for the opinion that being a year older than another person gives the older person more experience in life, or he/she could take the opposing stance. Each side is able to find support and grounds to back up their claims, thus enveloping the definition of an argument: "a reason or set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong".
The meme is conveyed as an argument because of the character depicted within the image as well as what has been stated in the text. The character is Willy Wonka from the film: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, and is known for his sarcastic wit throughout the film, insulting other characters in a way that they cannot understand but that the viewer is able to enjoy. His appearance within this meme suggests that the comment made here is meant to be sarcastic, humorous, and perhaps insulting. Text following the image is worded so that the stance of a younger generation is taken, speaking to an individual who is a year older than the given person. The younger person speaks in a disdainful manner, mocking the second person by implying that because they are a year older, they must know a great deal more about life than the first. To reinforce that the given statement is meant to condescend the older person, the line "Tell me what life was like back then" is also provided, implying that the given year spoken of was enough time for the world to overcome drastic changes and that enough time had passed for the older generation to be able to claim itself more experienced than those a year younger.
Overall the argument stands: The older generation feels superior to the younger generation because they have gathered more experience, while the younger generation feels that a year in age difference is not enough for a person to feel more experienced. Through the use sarcasm, imagery, text, and mockery the creator of this meme has presented an argument for its viewers.
