Abstract:This paper analyzes the dialogue and language of Two Broke Girls on the basis of Tact Maxim, Approbation Maxim, Agreement Maxim and American humor. It analyzes that both parties or one party in conversation can produce American humor if they violated those of conversational principles or failed to understand their speech act. In brief, it can help civilians to better conduct cross-international exchanges and promote international cooperation. 

Key words: American Humor; Politeness Principle; Sitcom; Speech act 

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Abstract

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Introduction-1

I.An Analysis of American Humor in Two Broke Girls from Tact Maxim-5

A.-The Implication of Tact Maxim-5

B.-The Pragmatics of Tact Maxim-5

C.-An analysis of American Humor in Two Broke Girls from Perspective of Tact Maxim-6

II.An Analysis of American Humor in Two Broke Girls from Approbation Maxim-9

A.-The Implication of Approbation Maxim-9

B.-The Pragmatic of Approbation Maxim-9

C.-An analysis of American Humor in Two Broke Girls from Perspective of Approbation Maxim -10

III.An Analysis of American Humor in Two Broke Girls from Agreement Maxim-13

A.-The Implication of Agreement Maxim-13

B.-The Pragmatic of Agreement Maxim-13

C.-An analysis of American Humor in Two Broke Girls from Perspective of Agreement Maxim -14

Conclusion-17

Bibliography-18

Acknowledgements-19