We think of the noble object for which the professor appears to-night, we may be assured that the Lord will forgive any one who will laugh at the professor.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker suggests that laughing at a professor is acceptable if the audience appreciates the lecture.
- In plain terms
- If you appreciate the lecture, you will not mind laughing at the professor.
- What can you take from it?
- Audiences can laugh at presenters without offense.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Should educators expect laughter?
Another view
It assumes all professors welcome ridicule.
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