The humorous essay

1. Types of Essay – Nonfiction Unit

2. A Humorous essay is a form of nonfiction
writing intended to make the reader laugh.
Some humorous writing, often described as
harsh or biting, ridicules its subjects.
Other humorous writing, often described as
gentle, treats its subjects with affection even
as it makes fun of them.

3. Hyperbole
Understatement

4. A hyperbole is an intentional and often
outrageous overstatement, or exaggeration.

5. An understatement is the presentation of
something in a restrained or subtle manner;
the opposite of hyperbole.

6. Diction – also referred to word choice, may
include funny names, slang or other examples
of verbal humor.

7. Humorous essays are meant to entertain.
Humorous essays can be used to convey a
serious message.