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课件网) Unit 1 To watch a video and understand the origin, development and forms of comedy To test if you are fun to be with To speak out the benefits of laughing out loud What can make us laugh out loud comedy; clown; joke … Do you like laughing Can you list the benefits of laughter Laughter is good to our health. Laughter makes us feel better. Laughter reduces our stress. … Do you like watching comedy How much do you know about comedy Watch the video about comedy and answer the questions. 1 What forms of comedy are mentioned in the video 1 Stage plays with happy endings, comedy acts with clowns, cross-talk, stand-up, sitcom and comedy film. 1 What forms of comedy are mentioned in the video 2 What role does comedy play in society What’s your opinion It connects people and change the way we see the world. It is a good thing for society because it brings feelings of happiness. 3 Have you ever been to a comedy show Share your experience with the class. I have been to … Complete the questionnaire and find out if you are fun to be with. 1 You tell a joke, which none of your friends find funny. How do you react a Laugh anyway and apologise for your sense of humour. b Tell the joke again, but louder and more slowly. c Criticise your friends' sense of humour and walk off. ARE YOU FUN TO BE WITH 2 2 It's a Saturday afternoon and you're not doing much. A friend calls and invites you on an adventure to explore a new town. What do you say a "Of course! I'll be ready in fifteen minutes!" b "Sounds interesting. Tell me more about it." c "No, thanks. Maybe next time." 3 You and some friends get lost in an area you've never been to before. What do you do a Lift the mood with a joke and explore the area. b Stay positive and try to find your way back. c Show everyone you are worried and complain. 4 You receive a birthday present from a friend, but when you open the box it's empty. How do you feel a Think it is a good joke and laugh about it. b Feel hurt, but try to laugh about it. c Get angry and tell your friend it is a silly joke. 5 You're skateboarding with a friend and he falls over in a dramatic way. What do you do a Laugh loudly non-stop because it's so funny! b Check he's OK and make him feel better with a joke. c Help him get back up and avoid mentioning his fall. Mostly “a” You’re fun to be with, which means most people like you. However, make sure you’re not the type of person who does things only to please other people. It’s also important to make time for the things that you enjoy, otherwise you might end up feeling miserable. Results of the questionnaire Mostly “b” Your close friends probably think you’re fun to be with, which is great, but what about other people Try making an effort to understand others and accept that not everyone has the same sense of humour or fun. Mostly “c” You’re probably really happy to spend time by yourself, but try sharing your time and interests with ... ...
