How do most dictionaries define humor?
- The ability to tell jokes
- The quality of being amusing or comic, especially as expressed in literature or speech
- A way to make fun of others
- A serious form of communication
According to the essay, when does laughter begin in human life?
- During childhood
- As a newborn
- During adolescence
- During adulthood
What does the essay say about humor in the animal kingdom?
- Animals do not experience humor
- Many creatures have been observed engaging in humor and laughter
- Only humans experience humor
- Humor is exclusive to primates
What physical benefits of laughter are mentioned?
- Improved vision and hearing
- Better circulation, lungs, and muscles, especially around the belly area
- Stronger bones
- Faster hair growth
How does humor help people during times of grief?
- It makes them forget the deceased person
- It helps people cope with grief by thinking about fun times with the deceased
- It is considered disrespectful
- It prolongs the grieving process