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The Importance of Humor
Do you agree with Mark Twain’s remark on humour at the end of the passage Give your reasons.
Examples:
Yes, I do agree with … because without humour, life is boring. / because humour can help us feel good.
No, I don’t agree with … because sometimes the improper humour makes people embarrassed …
Humour is the weapon of unarmed people: it helps people who are oppressed to smile at the situation that pains them.
幽默是手无寸铁的人的武器:它帮助那些被压迫的人在痛苦的情况下保持微笑。
Mark Twain (1835-1910) was an American writer, humorist, lecturer and adventurer, who acquired international fame for his travel narratives, in particular The Innocents Abroad, and for his adventure stories of boyhood, such as The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. He is regarded as one of North America’s best and most beloved(深受喜爱的) writers due to his wit and satire(讽刺作品).
General Introduction
His work
Remark (评价)
Lin Yutang (1895-1976) was a Chinese writer, translator, linguist, philosopher and inventor. His informal but sophisticated(复杂的) style of writing, in both Chinese and English, made him one of the most influential writers of his generation. His most famous works include My Country and My People and The Importance of Living. He’s also known as a wise and witty populariser(普及者) of Chinese philosophy and the Chinese way of life.
General Introduction
His Writing Style
Remark (评价)
When others say I am quite fat, I will say: “...”
Life has given me many chances to get fat, and I’ve taken them all.
I am so hard to get fat in order to occupy more space in your heart.
Can you divide them into 3 parts
para. 1
para. 2
para. 5
D. Introduction to humor
A. An example of Lin’s qucik wit.
B. Importance of humor
introduction
main body
conclusion
Read for structure
para. 3
para. 4
C. Lin had unique brand of humor
E. Twains’ humor and style of writing
1. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage
A. There is no humour in the texts of Ancient Greece.
B. Mark Twain told the story about a tiger and a lion.
C. Mark Twain knew the barber very well.
D. Both Twain and Lin thought that humour was very important.
2.Which of the following can be true of Lin Yutang
A.He is creative and quick-witted.
B.He was able to talk with animals.
C.He borrowed many words from Ancient Chinese literature.
D.He was respected by Mark Twain.
3. What’s the aim of telling the story of a cruel Roman emperor
A.To show off his talent of telling jokes.
B.To make others embarrassed.
C.To tell others the fact that animals are wise.
D.To teach the president a lesson.
4. We learn from the last paragraph that
A. humour is very important in our daily life
B. Lin Yutang thought poorly of humour
C. Mark Twain thought highly of humour
D. humour can make our life and work harder
Reality + Dreams + Humour = Wisdom
How do you understand the Humor Equation of Lin Yutang
Lin was suddenly asked to give a speech by the president.
reality
dream
humor
Lin wanted to reject the speech in a not so embarrassing way.
Lin told a story about animals which expressed his dissatisfaction in a humorous way.
wisdom
How did he feel
what happened
How did he solve the problem
simple adj.简单的→simply adv.仅仅;简直;简单地
combine v.组合;结合→combination n. 组合;结合
interaction n.交流→interact v.互相影响,互相作用
respond v.做出反应,答复→response n.回答,回应
impress v.使钦佩,使留下深刻印象→impressive adj.给人深刻印象的→impression n.印象
cruel adj.残忍的→cruelty n.残酷
gently adv.温和地;轻柔地→gentle adj.温和的
inspire v.鼓舞→inspiring adj.鼓舞人心的→inspired adj.受鼓舞的→inspiration n.灵感
When it comes to humor 当谈到幽默
throw light on social issues 阐明社会问题
be remembered for his unique performance style 以其独特的表演风格被人们铭记
is well known for 因......而出名
In addition to his comedy talent 除了他的喜剧天赋
combine humor with seriousness 把幽默和严肃结合起来
interact with the audience 与观众互动
think on one’s feet 头脑反应很快,思维敏捷
put sb on the spot (故意提出难以回答或尴尬的问题)使某人难堪
When it comes to humor, Charlie Chaplin is undoubtedly one of the most essential figures in the history of comedy. His works not only make people laugh but also throw new light on social issues. Chaplin will always be remembered for his unique performance style and contribution to the film industry.
In addition to his comedy talent, Chaplin is also equally well known for his ability to combine humor
with seriousness. He can make people laugh while making them think. Chaplin's interaction with the audience is also very impressive. He can think on his feet and respond to the audience's reactions in a timely manner, making the performance more vivid and interesting.
Chaplin's comedy style is simple but includes complicated emotions. He can use simple actions and
expressions to express profound truths, which makes people laugh and think. His works are like a blessing to the audience, bringing them joy and inspiration.
Overall, Charlie Chaplin is an outstanding comedian and filmmaker whose works have had a profound impact on the film industry and society. His humor and talent will always be remembered by people.
Humour has been an essential part of human 1.behaviour (behave)for thousands of years. Medieval writings are filled with jokes, which might not be as funny to us now as they were then. But their authors 2.understood (understand)that humour could not only entertain, but also throw new light 3. on sensitive or emotive issues.Of all the writers in modern times, the 4. most typical (typical) humorists are Mark Twain and Lin Yutang. The former is an American novelist, 5. who is famous for his particular style of writing-funny and often mischievous, while the latter, a bilingual writer, is
well-known for his unique brand of humour. Lin 6.creatively(creative)borrowed "youmo"from Ancient Chinese as the translation for"humour". Meanwhile, both of them 7.are remembered (remember)for their witty and humorous 8.remarks(remark)in the everyday interactions with people.Humour plays 9. an important part in our life. Sharing jokes and laughing together can bring individuals and even communities together. Some people argue that our need for humour is almost as great as our need for air and water. In the words of Mark Twain,"Humour is mankind's greatest 10. blessing (bless)”.
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