Masterclass on Faking Appreciation

Benedict Cumberbatch delivers a humorous acting masterclass on faking appreciation for unwanted gifts. He demonstrates various techniques to express gratitude, even for undesirable presents, using humor and subtlety. The session includes handling gifts like a book, socks, a complex software, a teapot, and a loud shirt, emphasizing the importance of balancing sincerity and enthusiasm. Benedict concludes with tips on understanding the giver's intentions and maintaining a positive demeanor.

What is the main focus of Benedict Cumberbatch's masterclass?

• How to cook using a microwave

• How to fake appreciation for gifts

• How to act in a dramatic role

• How to wrap presents creatively

What was the first present discussed in the masterclass?

• A teapot

• A book on microwave recipes for one

• A pair of socks

• A loud shirt

How does Benedict suggest you should react to receiving socks as a gift?

• Ask for a receipt

• Show genuine enthusiasm

• Pretend to lose them

• Complain about the color

What is the key to expressing gratitude for a software package gift?

• Be subtle and sincere

• Focus on the price

• Exaggerate your excitement

• Ignore the gift

What is a suggested strategy for handling a teapot gift?

• Ask for a different color

• Compare it to other gifts

• Discuss its flaws

• Quickly express appreciation

What is the benefit of a teapot with its own cup?

• It is more colorful

• It is easier to clean

• It saves space

• It is more expensive

How should you react to a loud shirt gift according to Benedict?

• Laugh at its absurdity

• Appreciate its uniqueness

• Wear it immediately

• Ask for a refund

What is a potential downside of the loud shirt gift?

• It is highly flammable

• It is too expensive

• It is too small

• It is too plain

What should you remember about the intentions behind a gift?

• They reflect the giver's effort

• They are often thoughtless

• They are always generous

• They are usually expensive

What is the overall message of the masterclass?

• Appreciate the thought behind gifts

• Focus on the monetary value of gifts

• Always be honest about gifts

• Avoid receiving gifts altogether