Scientists are curious about what makes people laugh, and they often conduct experiments to find the perfect formula for what is considered funny. Read the passage from one of these studies, then answer the question that follows. In one study, participants viewed two non-word strings . . . that appeared simultaneously on a computer screen, and on each trial had to select the non-word that they perceived to be more humorous.

–"A Scientific Theory of Humor,”
Cindi May

Which extended definition would be most helpful to add to this body paragraph?

Non-words, which are sometimes funny and sometimes not, are becoming more common.
Non-words are series of letters that look and sound like words, but have no meaning.
Non-words have become popular punchlines in modern comedic movies.
Non-words, which have no meaning, date back hundreds of years.

Read the excerpt from dominique’s personal narrative. tired of waiting for the bus, which was late for the fifth day in a row, i sat leafing through an old magazine i had stuffed in my purse the previous night. it was terribly warm for a september afternoon, and the sun cast fleeting shadows on the bus stop sign with each car that passed. i wondered when the weather would get cooler and when the new bus driver would start arriving on time. it was about then that i first noticed the apparent agitation of the man sitting next to me. finally, the bus arrived and ambled to a gradual stop directly in front of the restless man. the doors widened, and the bus driver greeted the man with his usual banter in his usual monotone. "good afternoon. how are you today? ” when writing the next few lines of dialogue, dominique should be certain that the lines provide clues about what will happen later on in the narrative. contain made-up details that make the story more exciting. include everyday language that seems real and natural. use precise words that make both men sound educated.

Based on the quote and using insights from the speech, discuss in at least 200 words what you can do for your country

Ihave no idea what the explanation is.