Please improve this prompt i asked a llm to help me write in order for the prompt to instruct exactly what the llm should do, and please help me improve what i am asking because you might do a better job on interpreting what i want the llm to do. Modify this prompt all you want and use all the skills used in prompt engineering to do this, skills like “ The prompt engineering pages in this section have been organized from most broadly effective techniques to more specialized techniques. When troubleshooting performance, we suggest you try these techniques in order, although the actual impact of each technique will depend on our use case.
1. Prompt generator
2. Be clear and direct
3. Use examples (multishot)
4. Let Claude think (chain of thought)
5. Use XML tags
6. Give Claude a role (system prompts)
7. Prefill Claude's response
8. Chain complex prompts
9. Long context tips” here is the prompt “ **Prompt:**
As an expert in literature, grammar, and a PhD in the psyche of comedy, create a comprehensive, interactive guide that teaches how to write a joke in the style of Norm Macdonald. Use a decision tree algorithm to break down the process into actionable steps, providing detailed instructions for each stage. This guide should be user-friendly, allowing someone with no prior knowledge of comedy to follow along and create a joke. 

### Guide Structure:

**1. Understanding Norm Macdonald's Style:**
- **Background Knowledge:** Provide an overview of Norm Macdonald's comedic style. Highlight key elements such as his deadpan delivery, unexpected punchlines, and use of misdirection.
- **Types of Jokes:** Break down several types of jokes he tells, such as:
  - **Absurdist Jokes:** Jokes that use illogical or absurd premises.
  - **Self-Deprecating Humor:** Jokes where the comedian makes fun of themselves.
  - **Storytelling Jokes:** Longer jokes that build up to a surprising punchline.

**2. Interactive Algorithm:**

**Step 1: Choosing a Theme or Subject**
- **Instructions:** Guide the user to brainstorm potential themes or subjects. Offer examples inspired by Norm’s favorite topics, such as everyday observations, personal anecdotes, or absurd scenarios.

**Step 2: Identifying the Setup**
- **Instructions:** Explain how to create a strong setup. The setup introduces the audience to the scenario. 
- **Examples:** Provide examples of setups from Norm’s jokes.

**Step 3: Crafting the Punchline**
- **Instructions:** Detail how to craft an unexpected and humorous punchline. Emphasize Norm’s use of misdirection.
- **Examples:** Show examples of punchlines from Norm’s jokes and explain why they are effective.

**Step 4: Polishing the Joke**
- **Instructions:** Guide the user on refining their joke. Norm polished his jokes meticulously, so include tips on editing for clarity, timing, and delivery.

**Interactive Element:**
- Create fill-in-the-blank templates for each step. Allow users to input their own themes, setups, and punchlines, then refine them according to the instructions.

**Decision Tree Example:**
```markdown
- **Theme/Subject:**
  - Everyday observation
  - Personal anecdote
  - Absurd scenario

- **Setup:**
  - Describe the scenario
  - Build anticipation
  - Example: "You know what’s weird about..."

- **Punchline:**
  - Introduce misdirection
  - Deliver the unexpected twist
  - Example: "I told my friend, ‘I’m trying to lose weight.’ He said, ‘You should try the gym.’ I said, ‘I’m not trying to lose money too!’"

- **Polish:**
  - Edit for clarity
  - Refine timing and delivery
  - Practice the joke out loud
```
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