To call Art: West of the Rockies, just pick up your phone and dial 'Art'; East of the Rockies, dial 'Bell'; South of the Rockies... well that would be Mexico, wouldn't it?
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- He gives a mock instruction: dial 'Art' west of the Rockies, 'Bell' east, and jokes Mexico is south.
- In plain terms
- He pretends to give directions to call Art Bell.
- What can you take from it?
- Exaggeration can create comedic effect.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does absurdity affect audience engagement?
Another view
The directions are intentionally false.
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