Intention

Arthur C. Brooks’ main intention in the article “The Link Between Happiness and a Sense of Humor” is to inform readers about the connection between humor and happiness. 

Throughout the article, Brooks offers many facts that illustrate his idea that humor helps people by improving the quality of their lives. For example, he borrows ethos from different experts and scientists to show that people who were exposed to humor, in different forms, reported less pain and loneliness. At the same time, Brooks appeals to ethos when he portrays himself as a morally good person who warns his readers of the dangers of negative humor. Overall, Brooks’ article is well-documented, which is also supported by his academic language and explanations. 

Brooks also intends to entertain his readers through va...