What are slapstick?

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slapstick is a violent form of fake comedy that started in church during intermissions in plays. Also a slapstick is a stick that slaps itself.

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What are Slapsticks?
paddles designed to make a loud whacking sound formerly used by performers in farces
Why was the slapstick named the slapstick?
it is named because of two pieces of wood being hit together.
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