Question

Which statement best represents a central idea of the passage that discusses humorous tales, comic tales, and witty tales and the way to best tell them? A) There are humorous tales and unfunny tales, but it all comes down to the subject and has nothing to do with the delivery. B) There are differences between different kinds of funny tales, and the humorous tale is thought to be the best by the narrator. C) There are not differences between different kinds of funny tales, and no matter how one tells a story, the effect is the same. D) None of these represent a central idea of the passage that discusses humorous tales, comic tales, and witty tales and the way to best tell them.

Answer 1

Option B accurately reflects the central idea by acknowledging that the effectiveness of a tale depends on both its type and the narrator's skill in the telling, with the humorous tale favored.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct answer is B) There are differences between different kinds of funny tales, and the humorous tale is thought to be the best by the narrator. The passage clearly distinguishes between types of tales and suggests that storytellers must consider the form and delivery when telling them. The central idea surrounds the notion that the effectiveness and appreciation of a story extend beyond its subject matter, relying significantly on its presentation and the skill of the storyteller. This idea is supported by the discussion on satires and the challenges writers face in balancing humor with thematic messages, as well as the mention of different comedic forms and the roles played by characters in such narratives.

Answer 2

B) There are differences between different kinds of funny tales, and the humorous tale is thought to be the best by the narrator.

Step-by-step explanation:

The passage discusses humorous, comic, and witty tales, emphasizing that there are distinctions among these types. The central idea is that the narrator perceives the humorous tale as the superior form. This preference suggests that, according to the passage, there are variations in the effectiveness of different funny tales, with the humorous tale being favored.

In the passage, the narrator doesn't assert that all funny tales are equal or that delivery has no impact. Instead, the focus is on recognizing the differences between types of funny tales, leading to the conclusion that the humorous tale stands out as the preferred option.

The passage doesn't argue for the absence of differences or a uniform effect in telling funny tales. It specifically highlights distinctions between humorous, comic, and witty tales, and the narrator expresses a preference, contradicting option C.

Therefore, the accurate representation of the central idea in the passage is option B, which acknowledges the differences between funny tales and asserts the humorous tale's superiority according to the narrator's perspective.