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Dave Chappelle
Dave Chappelle

Learn English meaning of ‘Dave Chappelle’

Date: Jun 01 2018

Themes: Celebrity, News, Pop Culture

Intro

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In 2003, Dave Chappelle had a comedy TV show. He used satire and political commentary to make people laugh. Then, he decided to walk away from his work.

For many years, Chappelle’s fans didn’t know where he was. Now, he is back! He is doing stand-up again. And he is still able to make a statement every time he is on stage.

Vocab

make a statement expr.

Definition

Example Jessica's expensive designer clothes make a statement about how much money she has.

stand-up n.

Definition

Example Her stand-up is really funny. She starts quiet, and by the end, she's yelling.

satire n.

Definition

Example Political cartoons often use satire to show us who we should and shouldn't trust.

political commentary n.

Definition

Example There's too much political commentary on the radio these days.

walk away v.

Definition

Example After working on this for years, I can't just walk away.

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Discussion

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Are you a fan of Chappelle? Is there a comedian in your country who uses political commentary to make people laugh?

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hofpilsSuper Member!

Germany

is there not a new lesson today?

04:39 AM Jun 05 2018 |

patgrey

Argentina

Yes, in my country there was a great comedian who was able to make us all think through his political satire. His name was TATO BORES. He will always laugh at us from wherever he is now. He passed away some years ago and people have never forgotten his witty remarks and wise thinking . Humour is a show of intelligence for some and that certainly was the case was TATO.   

12:01 AM Jun 03 2018 |

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