Category Archives: Riddle

Dave L: Now John, what would Neptune say if the sea were dried up? John B: If this is another one of your riddles, you’d better tell me the answer. Dave L: I haven’t a notion (an ocean)!

Colin B: Now John, can you tell me why the letter W is like a scandal? John P: I can’t see the connection. Go on then, what’s the answer? Colin B: But it’s obvious really, because it makes ill will!

Clarice: Tell me Lynn, what is the best way to make a coat last? Lynn: I’d like to know the answer to that question Clarice. Clarice: Well, here’s the answer. Make the waistcoat and trousers first!

John B: OK Tom, whilst the game is between ends, how about I ask you a question? Tom C: OK John, what’s the question? John B: Why are cats like unskilled surgeons? Tom C: Is it because they have four paws? John B: No, that’s not the answer. Tom C: OK, what is the answerContinue reading “Riddle Time”

Clarice: Now Marina and Deb, why did the nurse object to take baby into papa’s studio? Marina: Hmm. Deb: Hmm, OK why did the nurse object Clarice? Clarice: Because “them easels” (the measles) were about! Source: “A Thousand and One Riddles, With a Few Thrown In”, published by George Routledge & Sons, Ludgate Hill. AContinue reading “Back in Time”

Why is an elephant like a wheelbarrow? Because it can’t climb a tree!

Clarice: Alright Gay. Here’s a little question for you to consider whilst we’re sitting in the club house. Gay: OK Clarice. Sock it to me. Clarice: How do you swallow a door? Gay: You’ll have to tell me Clarice. Clarice: Bolt it!

David: I have a thought for you Sylvia. In what sort of syllables ought a parrot to speak? Sylvia: Not another one David. OK, despite your grin telling me that I am not going to guess the answer, please put me out of my misery and give me the answer. David: Well, a parrot wouldContinue reading “More Bird Talk”