Appropriate vs. inappropriate sarcasm | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

You’re stuck in traffic with your mom and say: “This is the most exciting day of my life!” Is this sarcasm appropriate?

Yes, it’s harmless and silly

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Your friend wears a funny hat, and you say: “Nice hat! Did a clown lend it to you?” Is this sarcasm appropriate?

No, it could hurt their feelings

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You’re late to school and say: “Perfect! I just love missing the fun part of the day.” Is this sarcasm appropriate?

Yes, it’s not hurting anyone

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Lose 50 points!

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Double points!

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Your teacher asks if you’re ready to work, and you say: “Oh, I’ve never been more excited in my life... not.” Is this sarcasm appropriate?

No, it sounds disrespectful

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Your parent asks you to clean your room, and you say: “Oh sure, I live to fold socks and pick up dirty clothes!” Is this sarcasm appropriate?

No, it sounds rude to a parent

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You forget your lunch and say: “Good job, brain. You really nailed it today.” Is this sarcasm appropriate?

Yes, it’s light and about yourself

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Take 25 points!

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You spill juice and say (laughing): “I’m a master of being clean!” Is this sarcasm appropriate?

Yes, you’re joking about yourself

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You walk into a messy room and say: “Oh wow, a tornado must’ve lived here!” Is this sarcasm appropriate?

Yes, if it’s your room or you're joking with family

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Go to first place!

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Win 20 points!

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Go to last place!

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Your friend is nervous about their project. You say: “Don’t worry, you’ll only mess it up a little.” Is this sarcasm appropriate?

No, it makes them feel worse

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Your parent drops something and laughs, and you say: “Good thing you’re not a juggler!” Is this sarcasm appropriate?

Yes, it’s playful and kind

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Your classmate wins a prize and you say: “Wow, guess the universe is broken today.” Is this sarcasm appropriate?

No, it’s rude and jealous

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Your friend gets the answer wrong in class. You say: “Wow, that was so smart.” Is this sarcasm appropriate?

No, it could hurt their feelings

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Your friend drops their pencil, and you say: “Nice catch! You should be in the Olympics!” Is this sarcasm appropriate?

Yes, it’s a funny comment between friends

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