The Jade Peony

The writer inserts mild humor into the story. Why is this gentle humour appropriate in a story such as this.

What are two examples of the humor???
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One example of humor can be found in Grandmother's desire to make a will..... she seems to think it's easier to prepare for death than to see a doctor at the hospital.

In a story such as this, humor lightens the mood and draws the reader away from the serious matter of death and dying.

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The Jade Peony