Elements of humor
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- Q1What is it called when a word is used in a way that suggests two different meanings in a funny way?hyperbolepunmetaphorsimile30s
- Q2What element of humor relies on a situation that turns out very differently than expected?ironyhyperboleexaggerationsarcasm30s
- Q3What is it called when someone says the opposite of what they really mean, often in a mocking way?sarcasmpunhyperboleexaggeration30s
- Q4What element of humor relies on comparing two unlike things to emphasize a funny idea?similepunmetaphorexaggeration30s
- Q5Which element of humor involves saying something that is exaggerated to be funny?hyperbolepunironysarcasm30s
- Q6Which of the following is a common element of humor that involves exaggeration?SimileHyperboleMetaphorAlliteration30s
- Q7What type of humor uses a play on words?SarcasmIronyPunSatire30s
- Q8Which element of humor often involves a character saying one thing but meaning another?PunsSlapstickSarcasmExaggeration30s
- Q9Which element of humor involves a statement that seems contradictory but reveals a truth?PunsHyperboleSarcasmIrony30s
- Q10
What is the purpose of using humor in writing?
to simplify
to entertain
to inform
to persuade
30s