A clever thief was brought before a king to receive his punishment. The king, feeling merciful, asked the thief how he would like to die. The thief told him, and the king let him go. What did the thief tell the king?
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Told What to Do
Every night I’m told what to do, and each morning I do what I’m told. But I still don’t escape your scold. What am I?
Riddle Answer3 Coins on the Table
Imagine there are 3 coins on the table: gold, silver, and copper. If you make a truthful statement, you will get one coin. If you make a false statement, you will get nothing.
What sentence can guarantee you getting the gold coin?
Riddle AnswerTwelve Balls and a Scale
Twelve balls are identical in all ways except one has a different weight. Three weighings on a balance scale will not only identify the odd ball, but also tell whether it is heavier or lighter. How many balls must be put on each side of the scale in the first weighing, the second weighing, and the third weighing?
Riddle AnswerAeroplane Hijack
A man hijacks an aeroplane transporting 8 passengers and valuable cargo. After taking the cargo, the man demands nine parachutes from the flight crew, puts one of them on, and jumps, leaving the other eight behind. Why did he want eight more?
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