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aCTIVITy 1.6
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Quick conversation
• Share your work with a partner. Take turns explaining which word you chose in each sentence and what your understanding is of the word’s meaning. Discuss whether your partner agrees or disagrees with your choices and how you used the words in sentences. Record notes from your discussion.
In my opinion, the word is precise because .
Can you tell me what the word means?
Write a Short Summary
I disagree with how you used the word because .
Sum up one section of “I Made You Laugh” in five or six sentences. Use precise diction and a thoughtful tone to sum up the key ideas of the section. (Your summary should not include minor details.) Before writing, read the model short summary provided. Notice what information is in each of the sentences. Try structuring your summary in the same way.
Do you agree with my annotations?
ModEl: SHort SuMMary
The “Got Laughs?” section of the essay examines how age affects the enjoyment of humor. Very young children prefer broad physical humor, while older children typically find puns and word play more entertaining. The average teen enjoys jokes that might make adults uncomfortable, perhaps as a way to lessen anxiety on difficult topics. Finally, research indicates that satire—humor that focuses on people’s weaknesses—is most popular among adults.
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