Fun with Humor Vocabulary

What does the word 'hilarious' mean?

• extremely funny or amusing

• somewhat serious

• slightly amusing

• boring and dull

Give an example of a 'joke'.

• Why did the scarecrow win an award? Because he was outstanding in his field!

• Why did the chicken cross the road? To get to the other side!

• What do you call fake spaghetti? An impasta!

• Why don't scientists trust atoms? Because they make up everything!

What type of comedy is referred to as 'slapstick'?

• A genre that relies on dark humor and satire.

• A type of comedy characterized by exaggerated physical actions and visual humor.

• A type of comedy focused on witty dialogue and clever wordplay.

• A form of comedy that emphasizes romantic relationships and emotional storytelling.

How would you describe something that is 'silly'?

• Silly describes something that is highly intelligent and wise.

• Silly refers to something that is amusingly foolish or lacking in seriousness.

• Silly means being very serious and focused.

• Silly refers to a state of being angry or upset.

What action does the verb 'laugh' describe?

• A physical action of jumping up and down.

• A method of expressing sadness or grief.

• A type of dance performed in celebration.

• A sound made in response to humor or joy.

What does 'humorous' mean in relation to comedy?

• Humorous refers to a type of music that is sad.

• Humorous is a term used for dramatic performances.

• Humorous means funny or entertaining, essential for comedy.

• Humorous means serious or dull, not related to comedy.

What is a 'gag' in the context of a movie or play?

• A dramatic plot twist in a movie or play.

• A humorous or comedic element in a movie or play.

• A special effect used in action scenes.

• A character's monologue in a play.

What does it mean if someone is described as 'witty'?

• A person who is clever and humorous.

• A person who is always serious.

• A person who avoids humor at all costs.

• A person who is dull and uninteresting.

Can you name a famous slapstick comedy film?

• Bridesmaids

• Superbad

• The Hangover

• The General

What is the difference between a joke and a gag?

• A joke is verbal and often relies on punchlines, while a gag is physical and relies on visual humor.

• A joke is meant to be serious, while a gag is meant to be taken lightly.

• A joke is a short story, while a gag is a long narrative.

• A joke is always a pun, while a gag is a type of joke.