1. Everyone was laughing at the comedian, but I didn't find his type of humour very ______.

amusement       amused       amusing       hilarity

2. The famous actor was arrested at midnight in his underpants – but has since said he sees ______ of the case of mistaken identity.

sense of humour       the funny side       no laughing matter       break the ice

3. I think my boyfriend was being ______ when he said I've put on weight; he knows I'm pregnant so that's not funny!

sarcastic       supportive       hilarious       competent

4. When you want to make new friends, it's a good idea to invite them for coffee to ______.

break the ice       breaking the ice       break ice       break the ice

5. The radio presenter was reduced to ______ by an unfortunate rude slip of the tongue while trying to read the news!

amusing       hysterics       humour       parody

答案 1. 阅读课文并回答问题。

1. How does Steve Carlisle, president of General Motors of Canada, try to get along with his employees?

He uses his sense of humour (he tells jokes) to bond with his staff.

2. According to Professor Schweitzer, from the University of Philadelphia's Wharton School, how does a worker have to use humour if he or she is to appear confident and competent?

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