Today’s five teasers have one thing in common: the answer is hiding in plain sight, in the exact words of the puzzle. Read each one slowly, smile at the twist, and see how many you can solve.
Read each teaser closely and type a short answer.
A man walks into a dark room holding a match, a candle, an oil lamp and a stack of kindling. Which one must he light first?
A man builds a house with all four walls facing south. A bear strolls past the window. What color is the bear?
A truck driver heads the wrong way down a one-way street for several blocks. He passes three police officers, and none of them stops him. What was he doing?
Looking at a portrait, a man says: "I have no brothers or sisters, but that man's father is my father's son." Who is in the portrait?
A cowboy rode into town on Friday, stayed three nights, and rode out on Friday. How could that be? The answer is in his horse's name. What was it?
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How to Play
- Read each teaser carefully and type a short answer, such as one or two words.
- Press Check to see if you are right.
- Stuck? Press Hint for a nudge, or Show answer for the explanation.
- Your progress is saved on this device.
A Tip for Lateral Thinking
Lateral-thinking puzzles reward noticing what is not said. If an answer seems impossible, ask yourself which word you assumed meant something it does not. Reading a second time, slowly, often reveals the twist.