Writing a Research-Based Informative Essay about the Purpose of Dreams
Question 5 • 25-26 ENG 4A DLOC – 3052376
Read the excerpt from a science journal.Scientists believe that there is a communal aspect to laughter, even when that laughter is artificial. Research suggests that people laugh more commonly when they watch sitcoms with a laugh track (a prerecorded clip of audience laughter that is played after a character makes a funny statement) than when watching a sitcom without one. While this may suggest that people need cues for humor, research suggests that people are also more laughter-prone when spending time with individuals than when spending time solo (Rogers).
Answer
A
People use laughter to build connections with other people (Rogers).
B
There are many theories about what causes humans to laugh (Rogers).
C
People prefer to watch sitcoms that have pre-recorded laugh tracks (Rogers).
D
People laugh more often when they hear laughter or are with others (Rogers).
Explanation
The excerpt gives two examples: people laugh more while watching sitcoms with prerecorded laughter, and they are more likely to laugh when spending time with others than when alone. Choice D combines both findings. Choice C is too strong because the excerpt compares laughter, not people’s preference for sitcoms.
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