Question

A 'slapstick' is a type of comedy that derives its humour from awkward actions and absurd
situations. It involves characters behaving in a silly or foolish way, such as throwing things a
each other, falling over, chasing each other, and so on. Would you describe the excerpt
Packing' as an example of slapstick comedy? Give reasons.​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Packing is indeed an example of slapstick comedy.

The author describes how differently the three friends pack for their trip. It not  so unusual but the way the author describes all the incidents is quite funny. Such as when one friend shows his intention of packing but his real intention was to become their boss in the trip. Next when George placed the butter on the chair and Harris sat on it and it struck at his back.