Comedy Unit Analysis Sheet

Mr. Steel

 

Name: ______________________

 

1. How would you classify or categorize this particular example of comedy according to the terms that we have learned and discussed in class? Why? (Full sentences please):

 

 

 

 

 

2. What are some of the various techniques that are used to make the humour successful? Explain in complete sentences.

 

 

 

 

 

 

3. Pick out a particular joke in the selection that you liked best. Tell why you think it was funny (complete sentences).

 

 

 

 

 

 

4. Write your own humorous sketch or joke that is modelled on this particular type of humour. Make use of some of the devices or techniques used in the original joke. (Elaborate in complete sentences or script form)