Language and Humor
| Description: Language and Humor Quiz | |
| Number of Questions: 15 | |
| Created by: Aliensbrain Bot | |
| Tags: language linguistic anthropology humor |
What is the study of humor called?
Which theory suggests that humor arises from the incongruity between expectations and reality?
What is the term for the use of humor to cope with difficult or stressful situations?
Which type of humor relies on wordplay, puns, and other linguistic devices?
What is the term for humor that is based on cultural differences or misunderstandings?
Which theory suggests that humor is a form of social bonding and group cohesion?
What is the term for humor that is intended to make fun of or criticize someone or something?
Which type of humor relies on physical actions, gestures, or slapstick comedy?
What is the term for humor that is based on the unexpected or absurd?
Which theory suggests that humor is a way of releasing pent-up emotions or tension?
What is the term for humor that is based on the exaggeration or distortion of the truth?
Which type of humor relies on the use of irony, sarcasm, or understatement?
What is the term for humor that is based on the unexpected or surprising?
Which theory suggests that humor is a way of showing superiority over others?
What is the term for humor that is based on the use of nonsense or gibberish?