Humor Lit Wk 2
Published on Nov 19, 2015
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PRESENTATION OUTLINE
What are the differences among them?
- Theory of Incongruity
- Theory of Superiority
- Theory of Aggressive Release (Relief)
- Theory of Play
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According to Cooke, how/why is comedy an important global force? What does he mean when he says, "humor is a way of returning back before Babel."
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Cooke closes by saying that comedy "creates writers and directors that must rise to a higher standard." Why does he say this? Do you agree with his perspective?
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According to Snow, which of the three humor theories is the most accepted today by scholars? Why do you think this is?
Superiority Theory
Relief Theory
Incongruity Theory
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McGraw's Theory: Benign Violation Theory.
What is it?
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Why are some critics "not fans" of the Benign Violation Theory?
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McGraw: What Makes Things Funny?
- What are the 3 Conditions of the Benign Violation Theory?
- What is a "violation"?
- What is "benign"?
- How can we live more humorous lives?
- Other thoughts on the Talk?
According to Key & Peele, what is the "true purpose" of humor? What are your thoughts on their p.o.v.?
"To not make fun of something is, we believe, itself a form of bullying" (Key & Peele). What do they mean by this? Thoughts?
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Reactions to their conclusion?
Let's watch "Insult Comic" > what is its purpose?
Final Thoughts on Humor Theories
- Do you favor any one of the theories over the others?
- Is it possible to have one theory to encompass all comedy?
- Why do scholars spend so much time exploring what makes us laugh?
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Personal Humor Essay (Prompt + Rubric + Tips)
- Show; don't tell.
- Be selective in which details to include.
- Avoid clutter / wordiness.
- Use compelling word choice.
- Offer clear, specific purpose: explanation of what you consider funny.
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Personal Humor Essay Format
- Intro w/ hook + focus/purpose
- Body: memorable, organized description
- Conclusion: critical analysis of WHY it's funny.
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Humor Terms to know for Next Week
- Irony
- Sarcasm
- Satire (political satire + social satire)
- ^ Anyone know the difference?
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Making Sense of Humor
- What are his thoughts on humor theories? A favorite?
- What part of human nature is best communicated t/humor?
- Where is the line between humor and bad taste?
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