10TH | Initial Practice: Identify the Type of Sarcasm Presented

After tripping in public, Lisa says: "I'm such a graceful swan."

• Self-deprecating

• Deadpan

• Brooding

Answer explanation

Lisa's comment, "I'm such a graceful swan," after tripping is self-deprecating humor. She humorously contrasts her clumsiness with the elegance of a swan, highlighting her ability to laugh at herself.

Stuck in a boring meeting, Tom mutters seriously: “This is the highlight of my week.”

• Deadpan

• Brooding

• Self-deprecating

Answer explanation

Tom's remark is delivered in a dry, sarcastic manner, indicating he doesn't genuinely believe the meeting is enjoyable. This aligns with a 'deadpan' style, where humor is conveyed without emotional expression.

Looking at a pile of homework, Emma sighs, feeling defeated: “Oh joy, more fun for my weekend.”

• Brooding

• Deadpan

• Self-deprecating

Answer explanation

Emma's sarcastic remark about her homework suggests a brooding attitude, as she expresses frustration rather than excitement. This aligns with the choice 'Brooding', while 'Deadpan' and 'Juvenile' do not fit her tone.

After burning dinner, Mike announces: "Behold, my culinary masterpiece!"

• Brooding

• Self-deprecating

• Deadpan

Answer explanation

Mike's statement is humorous and acknowledges his cooking failure, which reflects self-deprecating humor. He is poking fun at himself rather than being serious, making 'self-deprecating' the correct choice.

In heavy traffic, Sarah deadpans: "I just love rush hour. So relaxing."

• Deadpan

• Brooding

• Self-deprecating

Answer explanation

Sarah's statement is an example of deadpan humor, where she says the opposite of what she feels in a serious tone. The sarcasm in her remark about rush hour being 'relaxing' highlights her frustration with traffic.

Receiving a parking ticket, John snaps: “Fantastic. This day keeps getting better.”

• Brooding

• Deadpan

• Self-deprecating

Answer explanation

John's sarcastic remark about the parking ticket reflects a brooding attitude, as he is expressing frustration with his day rather than genuine excitement. This aligns with the choice 'Brooding'.

During a rainstorm, Amy remarks: “What perfect weather for a picnic.”, without amusement.

• Deadpan

• Brooding

• Self-deprecating

Answer explanation

Amy's comment is an example of deadpan humor, where she makes a sarcastic remark about the obviously unsuitable weather for a picnic, delivering it in a serious tone without showing any emotion.

Watching a terrible movie, Alex states: "This is Oscar-worthy material right here."

• Self-deprecating

• Deadpan

• Brooding

Answer explanation

Alex's statement is sarcastic, as he is clearly not impressed with the movie. This type of humor, where the speaker delivers a serious statement in a dry manner, is known as deadpan.

After a bad haircut, Karen exclaims: "Wow, I should be a hair model now!"

• Self-deprecating

• Brooding

• Deadpan

Answer explanation

Karen's comment is self-deprecating because she humorously downplays her bad haircut by suggesting she should be a hair model, indicating she doesn't take herself too seriously despite the situation.

Each Monday morning, Paul groans: “Another day in paradise.”, while waiting to drink his uplifting cup of coffee.

• Deadpan

• Brooding

• Self-deprecating

Answer explanation

Paul's remark "Another day in paradise" is delivered with a tone that suggests sarcasm, indicating a deadpan delivery. This contrasts with brooding or self-deprecating tones, making 'deadpan' the correct choice.