Sometimes the best riddles are the shortest. Here’s a classic-style question to test your sense of humor and give your brain a little exercise.
The riddle
What do you call a boomerang that doesn’t come back?
Think about the wording before looking below. Does the question have a straightforward answer, or is there a playful double meaning?
Answer
A stick.
The joke turns on the one thing a boomerang is meant to do: return. If it doesn’t, it’s just a stick!
These lighthearted riddles are fun to share with family, friends, and anyone who appreciates an old-fashioned joke. See if someone else guesses the punchline before you reveal it.
