Emphasis is placed upon the idyosyncracies of the character that can effect humor and renewal
The action moves toward freedom or renewal
There is much humor and high spirits
The comedy elicits a response of the intellect in delight or ridicule
The play celebrates a ridiculous life
Comedy ridicules conceit and self-delusion
Comedy points to human weaknesses, but suggestions for improvement and self-renewal are generated
The protagonist is an ordinary person
The conflicts are sometimes ludicrous; at the very least, they are not serious
The protagonist reaches an improbable achievement
The protagonist is an ordinary person, but idiosyncratic
The protagonist is often unrealistic or intolerant
Despite setbacks and detours, the protagonist wins out in the end.
Ending is usually light, happy, and positive