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Sense of humour

July 12, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am BST

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Discussion Topics

Understanding humour

  1. What is humour? How do you define it?
  2. Can you name some different types of humour? Which ones do you prefer?
  3. What makes something funny? Is humour universal or culture-specific?
  4. Do you think humour is important in everyday life? Why or why not?
  5. Have you ever misunderstood someone’s joke? What happened? How did you react?

Developing your sense of humour

  1. How can you improve your sense of humour? Are there any tips or tricks you can share?
  2. What role does language play in humour? Can you think of any jokes or puns that work well in English but not in your native language?
  3. How do you know when a joke is appropriate? Are there any topics or situations that should be avoided?
  4. Have you ever bombed a joke or a comedic performance? What did you learn from the experience?
  5. Can you share a funny story or joke with the group? What makes it funny?

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Details

Date:
July 12, 2023
Time:
10:00 am - 11:00 am BST

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