Quote by Scott Thompson

I think the Canadian sense of humor is dryer than America's and juicier than Britain's. I think it's a cross between the two of them, really.

I think the Canadian sense of humor is dryer than America's

Summary

This quote suggests that Canadian humor falls somewhere in between the dry humor commonly associated with America and the more exaggerated and playful humor associated with Britain. It implies that Canadian humor combines elements of both styles, striking a balance between wit and joviality.

By Scott Thompson

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